Ashford School vs Classical Studies Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 117 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashford School
Ashford · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
351 students
Classical Studies Academy
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
351 students
| Measure | Ashford School Ashford, Connecticut | Classical Studies Academy Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #317 of 596 | #548 of 596 |
| National rank | #15645 of 50,301 | #43571 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 351 | 351 |
| Enrollment | 351 | 351 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.7% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 14% |
| city | Ashford | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ashford School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.7 vs 22.0).
- •Ashford School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 14%).
- •Ashford School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 36%).
- •Ashford School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.7% vs 91.5%).
- •Ashford School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 14.0).
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 Ashford School better than Classical Studies Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Ashford School ranks higher (63.7 vs 22.0 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 Ashford School and Classical Studies Academy?
About 117 km in a straight line, between Ashford and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashford School: 351. Classical Studies Academy: 351. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashford School and Classical Studies Academy rank in Connecticut?
Ashford School is 317th of 596 and Classical Studies Academy is 548th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).