Bristol Central High School vs South Side School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 648 m 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
South Side School
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades K–5
515 students
| Measure | Bristol Central High School Bristol, Connecticut | South Side School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 180 | #392 of 596 |
| National rank | #8876 of 16,910 | #23135 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,148 | 515 |
| Enrollment | 1,148 | 515 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 46% |
| city | Bristol | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 48.1).
- •South Side School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 33%).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 55%).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 58.3%).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.7).
- •Bristol Central High School is the larger school with 1,148 students compared with 515.
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 Central High School better than South Side School?
On the Success Index (US), South Side School ranks higher (52.9 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 South Side School?
About 648 m in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Central High School: 1,148. South Side School: 515. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Central High School and South Side School rank in Connecticut?
Bristol Central High School is 117th of 180 and South Side School is 392nd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).