Harry S. Fisher Elementary School vs West Bristol School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School
Terryville · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
286 students
West Bristol School
Bristol · Public elementary · Grades K–8
833 students
| Measure | Harry S. Fisher Elementary School Terryville, Connecticut | West Bristol School Bristol, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #357 of 596 | #445 of 596 |
| National rank | #19781 of 50,301 | #28586 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 286 | 833 |
| Enrollment | 286 | 833 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 56.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 34% |
| city | Terryville | Bristol |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harry S. Fisher Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 45.1).
- •Harry S. Fisher Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Harry S. Fisher Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Harry S. Fisher Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 56.7%).
- •Harry S. Fisher Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.0).
- •West Bristol School is the larger school with 833 students compared with 286.
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 Harry S. Fisher Elementary School better than West Bristol School?
On the Success Index (US), Harry S. Fisher Elementary School ranks higher (57.7 vs 45.1 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 Harry S. Fisher Elementary School and West Bristol School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Terryville and Bristol in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School: 286. West Bristol School: 833. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harry S. Fisher Elementary School and West Bristol School rank in Connecticut?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is 357th of 596 and West Bristol School is 445th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).