Norwich Free Academy vs Stamford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,020 students
Stamford High School
Stamford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,102 students
| Measure | Norwich Free Academy Norwich, Connecticut | Stamford High School Stamford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #115 of 180 | #109 of 180 |
| National rank | #8827 of 16,910 | #8412 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,020 | 2,102 |
| Enrollment | 2,020 | 2,102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Norwich | Stamford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stamford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 48.3).
- •Stamford High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Norwich Free Academy does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Stamford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 58.3%).
- •Stamford High School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.9).
- •Stamford High School is the larger school with 2,102 students compared with 2,020.
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 Norwich Free Academy better than Stamford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Stamford High School ranks higher (49.9 vs 48.3 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 Norwich Free Academy and Stamford High School?
About 132 km in a straight line, between Norwich and Stamford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norwich Free Academy: 2,020. Stamford High School: 2,102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norwich Free Academy and Stamford High School rank in Connecticut?
Norwich Free Academy is 115th of 180 and Stamford High School is 109th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).