Marine Science Magnet High School vs Robert E. Fitch High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marine Science Magnet High School
Groton · Public high · Grades 9–12
274 students
Robert E. Fitch High School
Groton · Public high · Grades 9–12
942 students
| Measure | Marine Science Magnet High School Groton, Connecticut | Robert E. Fitch High School Groton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 180 | #99 of 180 |
| National rank | #769 of 16,910 | #6739 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 274 | 942 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 942 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 40% |
| city | Groton | Groton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marine Science Magnet High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.9 vs 56.3).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 40%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 64%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 60%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.2).
- •Robert E. Fitch High School is the larger school with 942 students compared with 274.
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 Marine Science Magnet High School better than Robert E. Fitch High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marine Science Magnet High School ranks higher (83.9 vs 56.3 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 Marine Science Magnet High School and Robert E. Fitch High School?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Groton and Groton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marine Science Magnet High School: 274. Robert E. Fitch High School: 942. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marine Science Magnet High School and Robert E. Fitch High School rank in Connecticut?
Marine Science Magnet High School is 31st of 180 and Robert E. Fitch High School is 99th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).