K. T. Murphy School vs Stamford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
K. T. Murphy School
Stamford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
Stamford High School
Stamford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,102 students
| Measure | K. T. Murphy School Stamford, Connecticut | Stamford High School Stamford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #470 of 596 | #109 of 180 |
| National rank | #31461 of 50,301 | #8412 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 390 | 2,102 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 2,102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| city | Stamford | Stamford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stamford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 40.7).
- •K. T. Murphy School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Stamford High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 39%).
- •Stamford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 70%).
- •K. T. Murphy School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.1).
- •Stamford High School is the larger school with 2,102 students compared with 390.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is K. T. Murphy School better than Stamford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Stamford High School ranks higher (49.9 vs 40.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are K. T. Murphy School and Stamford High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Stamford and Stamford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
K. T. Murphy School: 390. Stamford High School: 2,102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do K. T. Murphy School and Stamford High School rank in Connecticut?
K. T. Murphy School is 470th of 596 and Stamford High School is 109th of 180 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).