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#826 of 990 schools in CT

Madison School

Elementary School · Bridgeport School District

376 Wayne St., Bridgeport, CT 06606

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#826 of 990

In Bridgeport

#29 of 44

public schools

In district

#22 of 36

Bridgeport School District

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Madison School

4.3/10

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

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4.1/10

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4.0/10

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About Madison School

Madison School is a public elementary school in Bridgeport, CT, part of Bridgeport School District. Madison School serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #826 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Madison School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,755
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Madison School — Students at Madison School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
58%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
29%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Madison School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
17th percentile in CT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Location

376 Wayne St., Bridgeport, CT 06606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frenchtown Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bryant School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackham School Bridgeport 0.3 mi 4.1
Read School Bridgeport 0.6 mi 4.0
Central High School Bridgeport 1.0 mi 4.6
FAIRFIELD COUNTY SDA SCHOOL Bridgeport 1.1 mi
CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.2 mi 5.6
Geraldine Johnson School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 4.9
Park City Magnet School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 3.7
Columbus School Bridgeport 1.3 mi 3.6
ST ANDREW ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.3 mi 6.1
A.B. Skane Center Bridgeport 1.2 mi 5.9
Hallen School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 6.0
Classical Studies Academy Bridgeport 1.6 mi 4.0
ST AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.7 mi 5.6
Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport 1.7 mi 2.3
KOLBE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bridgeport 1.7 mi 5.0
James J. Curiale School Bridgeport 1.9 mi 5.2
Beardsley School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 4.2
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School Bridgeport 1.6 mi 4.8
Frenchtown Elementary School Trumbull 2.0 mi 8.1
Bryant School Bridgeport 2.0 mi 7.1

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 Madison School

What grades does Madison School serve?

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

How many students attend Madison School?

Madison School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison School rank in CT?

Madison School ranks #826 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Madison School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Madison School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madison School a charter school?

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

Is Madison School a Title I school?

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

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

87.1% of students at Madison 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
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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