Masuk High School vs Newtown High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Masuk High School
Monroe · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,044 students
Newtown High School
Sandy Hook · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,254 students
| Measure | Masuk High School Monroe, Connecticut | Newtown High School Sandy Hook, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #17 of 180 | #12 of 180 |
| National rank | #420 of 16,910 | #375 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,044 | 1,254 |
| Enrollment | 1,044 | 1,254 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.1% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| city | Monroe | Sandy Hook |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.3 vs 87.9).
- •Masuk High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Newtown High School does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 84%).
- •Masuk High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.1% vs 15.8%).
- •Newtown High School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.9).
- •Newtown High School is the larger school with 1,254 students compared with 1,044.
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 Masuk High School better than Newtown 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 Masuk High School and Newtown High School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Monroe and Sandy Hook in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Masuk High School: 1,044. Newtown High School: 1,254. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Masuk High School and Newtown High School rank in Connecticut?
Masuk High School is 17th of 180 and Newtown High School is 12th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).