Middle School of Plainville vs Stafford School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middle School of Plainville
Plainville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
535 students
Stafford School
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
| Measure | Middle School of Plainville Plainville, Connecticut | Stafford School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #101 of 178 | #466 of 596 |
| National rank | #3738 of 15,369 | #31034 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 535 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 29% |
| city | Plainville | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School of Plainville scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 41.4).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on math proficiency (50% vs 29%).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 40%).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 56.1%).
- •Middle School of Plainville does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.2).
- •Middle School of Plainville is the larger school with 535 students compared with 353.
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 Middle School of Plainville better than Stafford School?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School of Plainville ranks higher (68.2 vs 41.4 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 Middle School of Plainville and Stafford School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Plainville and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middle School of Plainville: 535. Stafford School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middle School of Plainville and Stafford School rank in Connecticut?
Middle School of Plainville is 101st of 178 and Stafford School is 466th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).