For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,146 students in Bristol, CT.
The top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, CT are Bristol Eastern High School and Bristol Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, CT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Bristol, CT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bristol Central High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Bristol, CT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bristol Eastern High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
632 King St.
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-7876
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-7876
Gr: 9-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Bristol Central High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
480 Wolcott St.
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-7735
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 584-7735
Gr: 9-12 | 1,148 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Bristol, CT include Bristol Eastern High School and Bristol Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Bristol?
2 public high schools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Bristol include: Bristol Central High School vs. Bristol Eastern High School, Bristol Eastern High School vs. Bristol Central High School
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