Barnum School vs Prendergast School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnum School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
588 students
Prendergast School
Ansonia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
588 students
| Measure | Barnum School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Prendergast School Ansonia, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #586 of 596 | #486 of 596 |
| National rank | #47559 of 50,301 | #35160 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 588 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 37% |
| city | Bridgeport | Ansonia |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prendergast School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 15.1).
- •Prendergast School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 9%).
- •Prendergast School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 18%).
- •Prendergast School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.6% vs 94.9%).
- •Barnum School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.3).
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 Barnum School better than Prendergast School?
On the Success Index (US), Prendergast School ranks higher (35.2 vs 15.1 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 Barnum School and Prendergast School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Ansonia in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnum School: 588. Prendergast School: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnum School and Prendergast School rank in Connecticut?
Barnum School is 586th of 596 and Prendergast School is 486th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).