Central High School vs Columbus School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 846 m 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
Columbus School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
546 students
| Measure | Central High School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Columbus School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 180 | #590 of 596 |
| National rank | #15366 of 16,910 | #48370 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,803 | 546 |
| Enrollment | 1,803 | 546 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 95.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 4% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.3 vs 13.3).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 4%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 13%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 95.1%).
- •Columbus School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,803 students compared with 546.
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 Columbus School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (19.3 vs 13.3 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 Columbus School?
About 846 m in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,803. Columbus School: 546. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Columbus School rank in Connecticut?
Central High School is 168th of 180 and Columbus School is 590th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).