Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School vs Bristol Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School
Bristol · Public high · Grades 6–12
268 students
Bristol Central High School
Bristol · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,148 students
| Measure | Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Bristol, Connecticut | Bristol Central High School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #93 of 180 | #117 of 180 |
| National rank | #6229 of 16,910 | #8876 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 268 | 1,148 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 1,148 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 53.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 56% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Bristol | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 48.1).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 54.5%).
- •Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.2).
- •Bristol Central High School is the larger school with 1,148 students compared with 268.
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 Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School better than Bristol Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School ranks higher (58.3 vs 48.1 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 Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School and Bristol Central High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School: 268. Bristol Central High School: 1,148. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School and Bristol Central High School rank in Connecticut?
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School is 93rd of 180 and Bristol Central High School is 117th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).