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Jettie S. Tisdale School

Elementary School · Bridgeport School District

250 Hollister Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607

Enrollment

577

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#602 of 990

In Bridgeport

#12 of 44

public schools

In district

#10 of 36

Bridgeport School District

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Jettie S. Tisdale School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Bridgeport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Jettie S. Tisdale School

Jettie S. Tisdale School is a public elementary school in Bridgeport, CT, part of Bridgeport School District. Jettie S.

Tisdale School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jettie S. Tisdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Jettie S. Tisdale School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,755
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Jettie S. Tisdale School — Students at Jettie S. Tisdale School score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
67%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
21%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Jettie S. Tisdale School Compares

See how Jettie S. Tisdale School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in CT
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Location

250 Hollister Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jettie S. Tisdale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIDGEPORT HOPE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Laurence Dunbar School (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul Laurence Dunbar School Bridgeport 0.2 mi 5.6
Hall School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 3.2
Barnum School Bridgeport 0.8 mi 5.3
Waltersville School Bridgeport 0.8 mi 3.9
Edison School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 3.9
ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford 0.9 mi 6.7
Franklin School Stratford 1.3 mi 4.6
Warren Harding High School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 4.1
Stratford Academy - Johnson House Stratford 1.1 mi 2.3
Luis Munoz Marin School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 4.4
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy Bridgeport 1.3 mi 6.3
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 5.1
Stratford Academy - Victoria Soto School Stratford 1.2 mi 2.4
The Bridge Academy Bridgeport 1.3 mi 4.6
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 5.6
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 3.1
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 4.7
Capital Preparatory Harbor School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 4.5
Beardsley School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 4.2
BRIDGEPORT HOPE SCHOOL Bridgeport 1.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,555

Median Home Value

$218,500

Median Rent

$1,398/mo

Population

7,709

College Educated

7.4%

Homeownership

41.5%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

33.2%

Median Age

31.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Coventry Grammar School Coventry, CT 5.7
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Holmes Elementary School New Britian, CT 5.8
Kelly Lane Primary School Granby, CT 5.8
Stafford Elementary School Stafford Springs, CT 5.8
Gaffney Elementary School New Britain, CT 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jettie S. Tisdale School

What grades does Jettie S. Tisdale School serve?

Jettie S. Tisdale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Jettie S. Tisdale School?

Jettie S. Tisdale School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jettie S. Tisdale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jettie S. Tisdale School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jettie S. Tisdale School rank in CT?

Jettie S. Tisdale School ranks #602 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Jettie S. Tisdale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jettie S. Tisdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Jettie S. Tisdale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jettie S. Tisdale School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jettie S. Tisdale School a charter school?

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

Is Jettie S. Tisdale School a Title I school?

No, Jettie S. Tisdale School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jettie S. Tisdale School?

93.9% of students at Jettie S. Tisdale 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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