A.B. Skane Center vs Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 584 m 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
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
492 students
| Measure | A.B. Skane Center Bridgeport, Connecticut | Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #484 of 596 | #460 of 596 |
| National rank | #34663 of 50,301 | #30299 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 183 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 183 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 69.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 35.9).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.5% vs 92.9%).
- •A.B. Skane Center does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.5).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is the larger school with 492 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 Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School ranks higher (42.5 vs 35.9 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 Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
About 584 m in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.B. Skane Center: 183. Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.B. Skane Center and Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
A.B. Skane Center is 484th of 596 and Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is 460th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).