Orchard Hills School vs Walsh School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard Hills School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
350 students
Walsh School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
350 students
| Measure | Orchard Hills School Milford, Connecticut | Walsh School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #101 of 596 | #560 of 596 |
| National rank | #1310 of 50,301 | #45062 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.1% | 86.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 14% |
| city | Milford | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Hills School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.0 vs 19.7).
- •Orchard Hills School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 14%).
- •Orchard Hills School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 18%).
- •Orchard Hills School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 86.6%).
- •Orchard Hills School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.5).
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 Orchard Hills School better than Walsh School?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Hills School ranks higher (88.0 vs 19.7 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 Orchard Hills School and Walsh School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Milford and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard Hills School: 350. Walsh School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard Hills School and Walsh School rank in Connecticut?
Orchard Hills School is 101st of 596 and Walsh School is 560th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).