A.B. Skane Center vs Blackham School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.B. Skane Center
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
183 students
Blackham School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,088 students
| Measure | A.B. Skane Center Bridgeport, Connecticut | Blackham School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #484 of 596 | #578 of 596 |
| National rank | #34663 of 50,301 | #46697 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 183 | 1,088 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 1,088 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 30% |
| Math proficiency | – | 18% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A.B. Skane Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 16.8).
- •Blackham School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 92.9%).
- •A.B. Skane Center does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 17.5).
- •Blackham School is the larger school with 1,088 students compared with 183.
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 A.B. Skane Center better than Blackham School?
On the Success Index (US), A.B. Skane Center ranks higher (35.9 vs 16.8 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 A.B. Skane Center and Blackham School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.B. Skane Center: 183. Blackham School: 1,088. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.B. Skane Center and Blackham School rank in Connecticut?
A.B. Skane Center is 484th of 596 and Blackham School is 578th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).