Wilby High School vs Wolcott High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Wilby High School
Waterbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,196 students
Wolcott High School
Wolcott · Public high · Grades 9–12
611 students
| Measure | Wilby High School Waterbury, Connecticut | Wolcott High School Wolcott, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #176 of 180 | #56 of 180 |
| National rank | #16218 of 16,910 | #1971 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,196 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 1,196 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 30.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 49% |
| city | Waterbury | Wolcott |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wolcott High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 14.0).
- •Wolcott High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 2%).
- •Wolcott High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 17%).
- •Wolcott High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 84.9%).
- •Wolcott High School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 14.6).
- •Wilby High School is the larger school with 1,196 students compared with 611.
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 Wilby High School better than Wolcott High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wolcott High School ranks higher (75.9 vs 14.0 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 Wilby High School and Wolcott High School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Wolcott in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Wilby High School: 1,196. Wolcott High School: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Wilby High School and Wolcott High School rank in Connecticut?
Wilby High School is 176th of 180 and Wolcott High School is 56th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).