Central High School vs Fairfield Warde High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.3 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
Fairfield Warde High School
Fairfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,308 students
| Measure | Central High School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Fairfield Warde High School Fairfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #168 of 180 | #38 of 180 |
| National rank | #15366 of 16,910 | #986 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,803 | 1,308 |
| Enrollment | 1,803 | 1,308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 24.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 58% |
| city | Bridgeport | Fairfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Warde High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 19.3).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 15%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 36%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.7% vs 81.4%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,803 students compared with 1,308.
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 Fairfield Warde High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield Warde High School ranks higher (82.1 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 Fairfield Warde High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Fairfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,803. Fairfield Warde High School: 1,308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Fairfield Warde High School rank in Connecticut?
Central High School is 168th of 180 and Fairfield Warde High School is 38th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).