Newington High School vs Ruth Chaffee School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newington High School
Newington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,255 students
Ruth Chaffee School
Newington · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
317 students
| Measure | Newington High School Newington, Connecticut | Ruth Chaffee School Newington, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #76 of 180 | #278 of 596 |
| National rank | #3437 of 16,910 | #11493 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,255 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 1,255 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 30.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 57% |
| city | Newington | Newington |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.5 vs 69.8).
- •Ruth Chaffee School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Newington High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 57%).
- •Ruth Chaffee School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 37.1%).
- •Ruth Chaffee School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.9).
- •Newington High School is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 317.
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 Newington High School better than Ruth Chaffee 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 Newington High School and Ruth Chaffee School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Newington and Newington in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newington High School: 1,255. Ruth Chaffee School: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newington High School and Ruth Chaffee School rank in Connecticut?
Newington High School is 76th of 180 and Ruth Chaffee School is 278th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).