Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School vs South Side School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.4 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
South Side School
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades K–5
515 students
| Measure | Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Bristol, Connecticut | South Side School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #93 of 180 | #392 of 596 |
| National rank | #6229 of 16,910 | #23135 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 268 | 515 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 515 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 46% |
| 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 52.9).
- •Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.5% vs 58.3%).
- •Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.7).
- •South Side School is the larger school with 515 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 South Side School?
On the Success Index (US), Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School ranks higher (58.3 vs 52.9 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 Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School and South Side School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School: 268. South Side School: 515. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School and South Side School rank in Connecticut?
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School is 93rd of 180 and South Side School is 392nd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).