Hallen School vs Wilbur Cross School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 902 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hallen School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
280 students
Wilbur Cross School
Bridgeport · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
318 students
| Measure | Hallen School Bridgeport, Connecticut | Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #565 of 596 | #588 of 596 |
| National rank | #45784 of 50,301 | #47762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 280 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 280 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 88.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 2.5% |
| city | Bridgeport | Bridgeport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hallen School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 14.8).
- •Hallen School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2.5%).
- •Hallen School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Hallen School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 88.4%).
- •Wilbur Cross School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.5).
- •Wilbur Cross School is the larger school with 318 students compared with 280.
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 Hallen School better than Wilbur Cross School?
On the Success Index (US), Hallen School ranks higher (18.5 vs 14.8 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 Hallen School and Wilbur Cross School?
About 902 m in a straight line, between Bridgeport and Bridgeport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hallen School: 280. Wilbur Cross School: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hallen School and Wilbur Cross School rank in Connecticut?
Hallen School is 565th of 596 and Wilbur Cross School is 588th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).