Central High School vs Classical Studies Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Bridgeport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,803 students
Classical Studies Academy
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
351 students
| Measure | Central High School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Classical Studies Academy Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 180 | #548 of 596 |
| National rank | #15366 of 16,910 | #43571 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,803 | 351 |
| Enrollment | 1,803 | 351 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 14% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical Studies Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 19.3).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 14%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 91.5%).
- •Classical Studies Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,803 students compared with 351.
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 Central High School better than Classical Studies Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Classical Studies Academy ranks higher (22.0 vs 19.3 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 Central High School and Classical Studies Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,803. Classical Studies Academy: 351. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Classical Studies Academy rank in Connecticut?
Central High School is 168th of 180 and Classical Studies Academy is 548th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).