Bassick High School vs Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bassick High School
Bridgeport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,075 students
Central High School
Bridgeport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,803 students
| Measure | Bassick High School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Central High School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 180 | #168 of 180 |
| National rank | #16606 of 16,910 | #15366 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,075 | 1,803 |
| Enrollment | 1,075 | 1,803 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 15% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.3 vs 9.9).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 2.5%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 92.1%).
- •Bassick High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,803 students compared with 1,075.
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 Bassick High School better than Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (19.3 vs 9.9 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 Bassick High School and Central High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bassick High School: 1,075. Central High School: 1,803. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bassick High School and Central High School rank in Connecticut?
Bassick High School is 179th of 180 and Central High School is 168th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).