Columbus School vs H. S. Chase School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
546 students
H. S. Chase School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
543 students
| Measure | Columbus School Bridgeport, Connecticut | H. S. Chase School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #590 of 596 | #469 of 596 |
| National rank | #48370 of 50,301 | #31452 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 546 | 543 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 543 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 76.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 38% |
| city | Bridgeport | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •H. S. Chase School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.7 vs 13.3).
- •H. S. Chase School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 4%).
- •H. S. Chase School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 13%).
- •H. S. Chase School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 95.1%).
- •H. S. Chase School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.7).
- •Columbus School is the larger school with 546 students compared with 543.
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 H. S. Chase School?
On the Success Index (US), H. S. Chase School ranks higher (40.7 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 H. S. Chase School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus School: 546. H. S. Chase School: 543. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus School and H. S. Chase School rank in Connecticut?
Columbus School is 590th of 596 and H. S. Chase School is 469th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).