Bristol Central High School vs Bristol Eastern High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Central High School
Bristol · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,148 students
Bristol Eastern High School
Bristol · Public high · Grades 9–12
998 students
| Measure | Bristol Central High School Bristol, Connecticut | Bristol Eastern High School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 180 | #100 of 180 |
| National rank | #8876 of 16,910 | #6746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,148 | 998 |
| Enrollment | 1,148 | 998 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| city | Bristol | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bristol Eastern High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 48.1).
- •Bristol Eastern High School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Bristol Eastern High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 56%).
- •Bristol Eastern High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 53.3%).
- •Bristol Eastern High School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.2).
- •Bristol Central High School is the larger school with 1,148 students compared with 998.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Bristol Central High School better than Bristol Eastern High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bristol Eastern High School ranks higher (56.2 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 Central High School and Bristol Eastern High School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Central High School: 1,148. Bristol Eastern High School: 998. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Central High School and Bristol Eastern High School rank in Connecticut?
Bristol Central High School is 117th of 180 and Bristol Eastern High School is 100th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).