Thompson Brook School vs Tyrrell Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thompson Brook School
Avon · Public middle · Grades 5–6
497 students
Tyrrell Middle School
Wolcott · Public middle · Grades 6–8
498 students
| Measure | Thompson Brook School Avon, Connecticut | Tyrrell Middle School Wolcott, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #45 of 178 | #70 of 178 |
| National rank | #642 of 15,369 | #1259 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 497 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.1% | 35.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 59% |
| city | Avon | Wolcott |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson Brook School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.0 vs 81.5).
- •Thompson Brook School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 59%).
- •Thompson Brook School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Thompson Brook School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.1% vs 35.7%).
- •Tyrrell Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 14.6).
- •Tyrrell Middle School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 497.
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 Thompson Brook School better than Tyrrell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson Brook School ranks higher (86.0 vs 81.5 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 Thompson Brook School and Tyrrell Middle School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Avon and Wolcott in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thompson Brook School: 497. Tyrrell Middle School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thompson Brook School and Tyrrell Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Thompson Brook School is 45th of 178 and Tyrrell Middle School is 70th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).