Long Lots School vs Staples High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Long Lots School
Westport · Public elementary · Grades K–5
571 students
Staples High School
Westport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,629 students
| Measure | Long Lots School Westport, Connecticut | Staples High School Westport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #20 of 596 | #2 of 180 |
| National rank | #156 of 50,301 | #88 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 571 | 1,629 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 1,629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.3% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 79% |
| city | Westport | Westport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (94.3 vs 93.4).
- •Long Lots School does better on math proficiency (81% vs 79%).
- •Staples High School does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 85%).
- •Long Lots School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.3% vs 3%).
- •Staples High School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.9).
- •Staples High School is the larger school with 1,629 students compared with 571.
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 Long Lots School better than Staples High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Long Lots School and Staples High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Westport and Westport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Long Lots School: 571. Staples High School: 1,629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Long Lots School and Staples High School rank in Connecticut?
Long Lots School is 20th of 596 and Staples High School is 2nd of 180 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).