Burlington City High School vs Capital City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burlington City High School
Burlington · Public high · Grades 7–12
757 students
Capital City High School
Trenton · Public high · Grades 9–12
756 students
| Measure | Burlington City High School Burlington, New Jersey | Capital City High School Trenton, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #267 of 357 | #352 of 357 |
| National rank | #12337 of 16,910 | #15986 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 757 | 756 |
| Enrollment | 757 | 756 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 2.5% |
| city | Burlington | Trenton |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burlington City High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 15.5).
- •Burlington City High School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 2.5%).
- •Burlington City High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 12%).
- •Capital City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 65.3%).
- •Burlington City High School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 18.9).
- •Burlington City High School is the larger school with 757 students compared with 756.
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 Burlington City High School better than Capital City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Burlington City High School ranks higher (34.3 vs 15.5 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 Burlington City High School and Capital City High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Trenton in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burlington City High School: 757. Capital City High School: 756. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burlington City High School and Capital City High School rank in New Jersey?
Burlington City High School is 267th of 357 and Capital City High School is 352nd of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).