University High School of Science and Engineering vs Weaver High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 438 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
University High School of Science and Engineering
Hartford Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
406 students
Weaver High School
Hartford Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
721 students
| Measure | University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford, Connecticut | Weaver High School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #87 of 180 | #171 of 180 |
| National rank | #4666 of 16,910 | #15849 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9β12 | Grades 9β12 |
| Students | 406 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 84.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | β |
| Math proficiency | 67% | β |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’University High School of Science and Engineering scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.5 vs 16.6).
- β’University High School of Science and Engineering does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.8% vs 84.2%).
- β’University High School of Science and Engineering does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 21.2).
- β’Weaver High School is the larger school with 721 students compared with 406.
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 University High School of Science and Engineering better than Weaver High School?
On the Success Index (US), University High School of Science and Engineering ranks higher (64.5 vs 16.6 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 University High School of Science and Engineering and Weaver High School?
About 438 m in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
University High School of Science and Engineering: 406. Weaver High School: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do University High School of Science and Engineering and Weaver High School rank in Connecticut?
University High School of Science and Engineering is 87th of 180 and Weaver High School is 171st of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).