Ledyard Middle School vs Middle School of Plainville
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 73 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ledyard Middle School
Gales Ferry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
535 students
Middle School of Plainville
Plainville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
535 students
| Measure | Ledyard Middle School Gales Ferry, Connecticut | Middle School of Plainville Plainville, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #105 of 178 | #101 of 178 |
| National rank | #4161 of 15,369 | #3738 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 535 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.6% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 50% |
| city | Gales Ferry | Plainville |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School of Plainville scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 66.1).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on math proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Ledyard Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.6% vs 47.1%).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.2).
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 Ledyard Middle School better than Middle School of Plainville?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School of Plainville ranks higher (68.2 vs 66.1 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 Ledyard Middle School and Middle School of Plainville?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Gales Ferry and Plainville in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ledyard Middle School: 535. Middle School of Plainville: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ledyard Middle School and Middle School of Plainville rank in Connecticut?
Ledyard Middle School is 105th of 178 and Middle School of Plainville is 101st of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).