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#841 of 990 schools in CT

Beardsley School

Elementary School · Bridgeport School District

500 Huntington Rd., Bridgeport, CT 06610

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#841 of 990

In Bridgeport

#30 of 44

public schools

In district

#23 of 36

Bridgeport School District

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Beardsley School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Bridgeport · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beardsley School

Beardsley School is a public elementary school in Bridgeport, CT, part of Bridgeport School District. Beardsley School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Beardsley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #841 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Beardsley School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,755
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Beardsley School — Students at Beardsley School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Beardsley School Compares

See how Beardsley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
15th percentile in CT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

500 Huntington Rd., Bridgeport, CT 06610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beardsley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hallen School (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy Bridgeport 0.6 mi 6.3
Luis Munoz Marin School Bridgeport 0.6 mi 4.4
Warren Harding High School Bridgeport 0.7 mi 4.1
The Bridge Academy Bridgeport 1.1 mi 4.6
Read School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 4.0
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 5.1
Waltersville School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 3.9
Barnum School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 5.3
Edison School Bridgeport 1.0 mi 3.9
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 1.0 mi 3.1
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 4.7
Hallen School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 6.0
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 5.6
Columbus School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 3.6
Thomas Hooker School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 5.1
CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.3 mi 5.6
Hall School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 3.2
ST AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.5 mi 5.6
KOLBE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bridgeport 1.6 mi 5.0
Capital Preparatory Harbor School Bridgeport 1.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,836

Median Home Value

$224,700

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

22,092

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beardsley School

What grades does Beardsley School serve?

Beardsley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Beardsley School?

Beardsley School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beardsley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beardsley School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beardsley School rank in CT?

Beardsley School ranks #841 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Beardsley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beardsley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beardsley School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beardsley School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beardsley School a charter school?

No, Beardsley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beardsley School a Title I school?

No, Beardsley School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beardsley School?

86.1% of students at Beardsley School 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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