Newington High School vs Wolcott School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.0 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
Wolcott School
West Hartford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
| Measure | Newington High School Newington, Connecticut | Wolcott School West Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #76 of 180 | #245 of 596 |
| National rank | #3437 of 16,910 | #8428 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,255 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 1,255 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 60% |
| city | Newington | West Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wolcott School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 69.5).
- •Wolcott School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •Newington High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Wolcott School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.6% vs 37.1%).
- •Wolcott School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.9).
- •Newington High School is the larger school with 1,255 students compared with 354.
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 Wolcott School?
On the Success Index (US), Wolcott School ranks higher (74.3 vs 69.5 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 Newington High School and Wolcott School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Newington and West Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newington High School: 1,255. Wolcott School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newington High School and Wolcott School rank in Connecticut?
Newington High School is 76th of 180 and Wolcott School is 245th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).