Northwestern Regional High School vs Stonington High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 116 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern Regional High School
Winsted · Public high · Grades 9–12
536 students
Stonington High School
Pawcatuck · Public high · Grades 9–12
543 students
| Measure | Northwestern Regional High School Winsted, Connecticut | Stonington High School Pawcatuck, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #11 of 180 | #49 of 180 |
| National rank | #343 of 16,910 | #1544 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 536 | 543 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 543 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.5% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 52% |
| city | Winsted | Pawcatuck |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern Regional High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 78.3).
- •Northwestern Regional High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Northwestern Regional High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Northwestern Regional High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Northwestern Regional High School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 11.6).
- •Stonington High School is the larger school with 543 students compared with 536.
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 Northwestern Regional High School better than Stonington High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwestern Regional High School ranks higher (88.4 vs 78.3 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 Northwestern Regional High School and Stonington High School?
About 116 km in a straight line, between Winsted and Pawcatuck in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern Regional High School: 536. Stonington High School: 543. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern Regional High School and Stonington High School rank in Connecticut?
Northwestern Regional High School is 11th of 180 and Stonington High School is 49th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).