Nichols School vs Stratford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 782 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nichols School
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
Stratford High School
Stratford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,150 students
| Measure | Nichols School Stratford, Connecticut | Stratford High School Stratford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #473 of 596 | #136 of 180 |
| National rank | #31748 of 50,301 | #11653 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 418 | 1,150 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 1,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 51.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 21% |
| city | Stratford | Stratford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nichols School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 37.3).
- •Nichols School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 21%).
- •Stratford High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •Nichols School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 51.5%).
- •Stratford High School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.5).
- •Stratford High School is the larger school with 1,150 students compared with 418.
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 Nichols School better than Stratford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Nichols School ranks higher (40.3 vs 37.3 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 Nichols School and Stratford High School?
About 782 m in a straight line, between Stratford and Stratford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nichols School: 418. Stratford High School: 1,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nichols School and Stratford High School rank in Connecticut?
Nichols School is 473rd of 596 and Stratford High School is 136th of 180 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).