Blackham School vs Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.0 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
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
492 students
| Measure | Blackham School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #578 of 596 | #460 of 596 |
| National rank | #46697 of 50,301 | #30299 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,088 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 1,088 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 69.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 30% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 16.8).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 30%).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.5% vs 85.3%).
- •Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 17.5).
- •Blackham School is the larger school with 1,088 students compared with 492.
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 Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School ranks higher (42.5 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 Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackham School: 1,088. Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackham School and Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Blackham School is 578th of 596 and Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is 460th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).