The Morgan School vs Walter C. Polson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Morgan School
Clinton · Public high · Grades 9–12
473 students
Walter C. Polson Middle School
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
541 students
| Measure | The Morgan School Clinton, Connecticut | Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #86 of 180 | #55 of 178 |
| National rank | #4156 of 16,910 | #888 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 473 | 541 |
| Enrollment | 473 | 541 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 6.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 61% |
| city | Clinton | Madison |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 66.6).
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 37%).
- •The Morgan School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 61%).
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.5% vs 40%).
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 9.9).
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School is the larger school with 541 students compared with 473.
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 The Morgan School better than Walter C. Polson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter C. Polson Middle School ranks higher (84.0 vs 66.6 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 The Morgan School and Walter C. Polson Middle School?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Madison in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Morgan School: 473. Walter C. Polson Middle School: 541. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Morgan School and Walter C. Polson Middle School rank in Connecticut?
The Morgan School is 86th of 180 and Walter C. Polson Middle School is 55th of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).