Bassick High School vs James J. Curiale School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 394 m 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
James J. Curiale School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
509 students
| Measure | Bassick High School Bridgeport, Connecticut | James J. Curiale School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 180 | #592 of 596 |
| National rank | #16606 of 16,910 | #48568 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,075 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 1,075 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 7% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James J. Curiale School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.8 vs 9.9).
- •James J. Curiale School does better on math proficiency (7% vs 2.5%).
- •James J. Curiale School does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Bassick High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.1% vs 92.7%).
- •James J. Curiale School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.1).
- •Bassick High School is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 509.
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 James J. Curiale School?
On the Success Index (US), James J. Curiale School ranks higher (12.8 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 James J. Curiale School?
About 394 m in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bassick High School: 1,075. James J. Curiale School: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bassick High School and James J. Curiale School rank in Connecticut?
Bassick High School is 179th of 180 and James J. Curiale School is 592nd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).