Columbus School vs Geraldine Johnson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 566 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
546 students
Geraldine Johnson School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
825 students
| Measure | Columbus School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Geraldine Johnson School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #590 of 596 | #583 of 596 |
| National rank | #48370 of 50,301 | #47243 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 546 | 825 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 825 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 18% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Geraldine Johnson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.8 vs 13.3).
- •Geraldine Johnson School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 4%).
- •Geraldine Johnson School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •Geraldine Johnson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 95.1%).
- •Columbus School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.6).
- •Geraldine Johnson School is the larger school with 825 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 Columbus School better than Geraldine Johnson School?
On the Success Index (US), Geraldine Johnson School ranks higher (15.8 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 Columbus School and Geraldine Johnson School?
About 566 m in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus School: 546. Geraldine Johnson School: 825. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus School and Geraldine Johnson School rank in Connecticut?
Columbus School is 590th of 596 and Geraldine Johnson School is 583rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).