Bristol Central High School is a public high school in Bristol, Connecticut, United States. Its mascot is the Ram, and its colors are maroon and white. The school is known for its performing arts group, Central Stage, as well as for its athletics.
Serving 1,148 students in grades 9-12, Bristol Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Central High School's student population of 1,148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristol Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristol Central High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
39%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
43%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Central High School's ranking?
Bristol Central High School is ranked #622 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bristol Central High School often compared to?
Bristol Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristol Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bristol Central High School?
The graduation rate of Bristol Central High School is 89%, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bristol Central High School?
1,148 students attend Bristol Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bristol Central High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Central High School?
Bristol Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bristol Central High School offer ?
Bristol Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristol Central High School part of?
Bristol Central High School is part of Bristol School District.
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