Blackham School vs Candlewood Lake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 32 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackham School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,088 students
Candlewood Lake Elementary School
Brookfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,085 students
| Measure | Blackham School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Candlewood Lake Elementary School Brookfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #578 of 596 | #206 of 596 |
| National rank | #46697 of 50,301 | #5533 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,088 | 1,085 |
| Enrollment | 1,088 | 1,085 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Bridgeport | Brookfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Candlewood Lake Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 16.8).
- •Candlewood Lake Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24% vs 85.3%).
- •Candlewood Lake Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.5).
- •Blackham School is the larger school with 1,088 students compared with 1,085.
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 Blackham School better than Candlewood Lake Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Candlewood Lake Elementary School ranks higher (79.0 vs 16.8 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 Blackham School and Candlewood Lake Elementary School?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Brookfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackham School: 1,088. Candlewood Lake Elementary School: 1,085. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackham School and Candlewood Lake Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Blackham School is 578th of 596 and Candlewood Lake Elementary School is 206th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).