Bridgeport School District
School District · Bridgeport, Connecticut
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
36
28 elem, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,755
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
36
28 elem, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,755
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#97 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$20,755
$4,250 vs Connecticut median
District size
19,591 students
Much larger than Connecticut median
About Bridgeport School District
Bridgeport School District is a Bridgeport, Connecticut school district serving 36 schools. The district educates 19,591 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. The district invests $20,755 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Bridgeport School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Aerospace/hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Bridgeport School District students show an average math proficiency of 12.8% and ELA proficiency of 25.0%.
The district includes 28 elementary schools , and 7 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Bridgeport School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Bridgeport School District with test data.
Schools in Bridgeport School District
36 schools Elementary Schools 28
High Schools 7
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- Bridgeport
- Total Enrollment
- 19,591
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,416
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Bridgeport School District?
Bridgeport School District has 36 schools in total — 28 elementary, and 7 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Bridgeport School District?
The average composite rating for Bridgeport School District is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Bridgeport School District?
Bridgeport School District spends $20,755 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bridgeport School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Bridgeport School District is 13.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Bridgeport School District?
Aerospace/hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne is the highest-rated school in Bridgeport School District with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Bridgeport School District?
Across schools in Bridgeport School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 12.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 25.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Bridgeport School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
Bridgeport School District has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 36 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 12.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 25.0%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in CT
Compare Bridgeport School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Hartford School District (41)
- New Haven School District (37)
- Waterbury School District (29)
- Norwalk School District (22)
- Stamford School District (21)
- Danbury School District (19)
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (17)
- Capitol Region Education Council (16)
- Fairfield School District (16)
- West Hartford School District (16)
- Greenwich School District (15)
- New Britain School District (14)
- Bristol School District (13)
- Meriden School District (13)
- Milford School District (13)
- Southington School District (13)
- Stratford School District (13)
- East Hartford School District (12)
- Wallingford School District (12)
- Hamden School District (10)
- Manchester School District (10)
- Middletown School District (10)
- Naugatuck School District (9)
- Norwich School District (9)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.