Stafford Middle School vs West Stafford School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Stafford Middle School
Stafford Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
285 students
West Stafford School
Stafford Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
176 students
| Measure | Stafford Middle School Stafford Springs, Connecticut | West Stafford School Stafford Springs, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #108 of 178 | #282 of 596 |
| National rank | #4600 of 15,369 | #11756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 285 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.5% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Stafford Springs | Stafford Springs |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Stafford School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 64.0).
- •West Stafford School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 42.5%).
- •Stafford Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.6).
- •Stafford Middle School is the larger school with 285 students compared with 176.
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 Stafford Middle School better than West Stafford School?
On the Success Index (US), West Stafford School ranks higher (69.4 vs 64.0 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 Stafford Middle School and West Stafford School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Stafford Springs and Stafford Springs in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Stafford Middle School: 285. West Stafford School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Stafford Middle School and West Stafford School rank in Connecticut?
Stafford Middle School is 108th of 178 and West Stafford School is 282nd of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).