Michael F. Wallace Middle School vs Tyrrell Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Michael F. Wallace Middle School
Waterbury · Public middle · Grades 4–8
1,059 students
Tyrrell Middle School
Wolcott · Public middle · Grades 6–8
498 students
| Measure | Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury, Connecticut | Tyrrell Middle School Wolcott, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #169 of 178 | #70 of 178 |
| National rank | #13124 of 15,369 | #1259 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,059 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 1,059 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.9% | 35.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 59% |
| city | Waterbury | Wolcott |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tyrrell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 23.5).
- •Tyrrell Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 13%).
- •Tyrrell Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 29%).
- •Tyrrell Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.7% vs 85.9%).
- •Tyrrell Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 11.5).
- •Michael F. Wallace Middle School is the larger school with 1,059 students compared with 498.
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 Michael F. Wallace Middle School better than Tyrrell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Tyrrell Middle School ranks higher (81.5 vs 23.5 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 Michael F. Wallace Middle School and Tyrrell Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Wolcott in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Michael F. Wallace Middle School: 1,059. Tyrrell Middle School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Michael F. Wallace Middle School and Tyrrell Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Michael F. Wallace Middle School is 169th of 178 and Tyrrell Middle School is 70th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).