Bunker Hill School vs F. J. Kingsbury School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bunker Hill School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
445 students
F. J. Kingsbury School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
416 students
| Measure | Bunker Hill School Waterbury, Connecticut | F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #545 of 596 | #539 of 596 |
| National rank | #43370 of 50,301 | #42825 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 445 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 29% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.3 vs 23.2).
- •F. J. Kingsbury School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •F. J. Kingsbury School does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Bunker Hill School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.9% vs 83.2%).
- •Bunker Hill School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.0).
- •Bunker Hill School is the larger school with 445 students compared with 416.
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 Bunker Hill School better than F. J. Kingsbury School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bunker Hill School and F. J. Kingsbury School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bunker Hill School: 445. F. J. Kingsbury School: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bunker Hill School and F. J. Kingsbury School rank in Connecticut?
Bunker Hill School is 545th of 596 and F. J. Kingsbury School is 539th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).