Naugatuck High School vs Salem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Naugatuck High School
Naugatuck · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,202 students
Salem School
Naugatuck · Public elementary · Grades K–4
231 students
| Measure | Naugatuck High School Naugatuck, Connecticut | Salem School Naugatuck, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #141 of 180 | #370 of 596 |
| National rank | #12137 of 16,910 | #20859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 1,202 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 1,202 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 57% |
| city | Naugatuck | Naugatuck |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 35.3).
- •Salem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 20%).
- •Salem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Naugatuck High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 66.7%).
- •Salem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.4).
- •Naugatuck High School is the larger school with 1,202 students compared with 231.
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 Naugatuck High School better than Salem School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem School ranks higher (56.2 vs 35.3 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 Naugatuck High School and Salem School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Naugatuck and Naugatuck in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Naugatuck High School: 1,202. Salem School: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Naugatuck High School and Salem School rank in Connecticut?
Naugatuck High School is 141st of 180 and Salem School is 370th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).