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#572 of 990 schools in CT

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A.b. Skane Center

Elementary School · Bridgeport School District

2977 North Madison Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06606

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 43 schools in Bridgeport. Learn more

Enrollment

190

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#572 of 990

In Bridgeport

#11 of 44

public schools

In district

#9 of 36

Bridgeport School District

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A.b. Skane Center

5.9/10

Elementary School in Bridgeport · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Andrew Academy

6.1/10

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4.8/10

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About A.b. Skane Center

A.b. Skane Center is a public elementary school in Bridgeport, CT, part of Bridgeport School District. A.b.

Skane Center serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. A.b. Skane Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #572 of 990 schools in CT.

Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 190 students, A.b. Skane Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.1Average55%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 43 schools in Bridgeport
Resources & Environment6.8Average45%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,755

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How A.b. Skane Center Compares

See how A.b. Skane Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in CT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

2977 North Madison Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A.b. Skane Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jennings School (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Stratfield School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANDREW ACADEMY Bridgeport 0.4 mi 6.1
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School Bridgeport 0.4 mi 4.8
John Winthrop School Bridgeport 0.6 mi 5.3
Blackham School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 4.1
Stratfield School Fairfield 1.4 mi 8.0
Madison School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 4.3
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield 1.2 mi 5.7
North Stratfield School Fairfield 1.2 mi 8.2
ST THERESA SCHOOL Trumbull 1.7 mi 6.1
Frenchtown Elementary School Trumbull 1.6 mi 8.1
FAIRFIELD COUNTY SDA SCHOOL Bridgeport 1.4 mi
Park City Magnet School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 3.7
Fairfield Warde High School Fairfield 1.9 mi 8.4
ST CATHERINE ACADEMY Fairfield 1.6 mi
Read School Bridgeport 1.7 mi 4.0
Jennings School Fairfield 2.0 mi 9.5
Central High School Bridgeport 2.0 mi 4.6
Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 2.3
Fairfield Woods Middle School Fairfield 2.2 mi 8.0
McKinley School Fairfield 2.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,538

Median Home Value

$272,100

Median Rent

$1,434/mo

Population

50,918

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A.b. Skane Center

What grades does A.b. Skane Center serve?

A.b. Skane Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend A.b. Skane Center?

A.b. Skane Center has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A.b. Skane Center?

The student-teacher ratio at A.b. Skane Center is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A.b. Skane Center rank in CT?

A.b. Skane Center ranks #572 of 990 schools in CT.

What is A.b. Skane Center's MySchoolScout rating?

A.b. Skane Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is A.b. Skane Center a charter school?

No, A.b. Skane Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A.b. Skane Center a Title I school?

No, A.b. Skane Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.b. Skane Center?

87.4% of students at A.b. Skane Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2

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