Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy vs West Rocks Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy
Norwalk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
637 students
West Rocks Middle School
Norwalk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
657 students
| Measure | Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy Norwalk, Connecticut | West Rocks Middle School Norwalk, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #148 of 178 | #117 of 178 |
| National rank | #9875 of 15,369 | #5960 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 637 | 657 |
| Enrollment | 637 | 657 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 53.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 43% |
| city | Norwalk | Norwalk |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Rocks Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.8 vs 39.8).
- •West Rocks Middle School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 25%).
- •West Rocks Middle School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •West Rocks Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.7% vs 62.5%).
- •West Rocks Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.0).
- •West Rocks Middle School is the larger school with 657 students compared with 637.
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 Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy better than West Rocks Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Rocks Middle School ranks higher (57.8 vs 39.8 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 Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy and West Rocks Middle School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Norwalk and Norwalk in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy: 637. West Rocks Middle School: 657. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy and West Rocks Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy is 148th of 178 and West Rocks Middle School is 117th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).