Bristol Central High School vs West Bristol School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.1 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
West Bristol School
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades K–8
833 students
| Measure | Bristol Central High School Bristol, Connecticut | West Bristol School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 180 | #445 of 596 |
| National rank | #8876 of 16,910 | #28586 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,148 | 833 |
| Enrollment | 1,148 | 833 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| city | Bristol | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bristol Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 45.1).
- •West Bristol School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 45%).
- •Bristol Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 56.7%).
- •West Bristol 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 833.
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 West Bristol School?
On the Success Index (US), Bristol Central High School ranks higher (48.1 vs 45.1 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 West Bristol School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bristol Central High School: 1,148. West Bristol School: 833. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bristol Central High School and West Bristol School rank in Connecticut?
Bristol Central High School is 117th of 180 and West Bristol School is 445th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).