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Thomas Hooker School

Elementary School · Bridgeport School District

138 Roger Williams Rd., Bridgeport, CT 06610

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#710 of 990

In Bridgeport

#20 of 44

public schools

In district

#16 of 36

Bridgeport School District

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Thomas Hooker School

5.1/10

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

Multicultural Magnet School

4.7/10

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High Horizons Magnet School

3.1/10

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About Thomas Hooker School

Thomas Hooker School is a public elementary school in Bridgeport, CT, part of Bridgeport School District. Thomas Hooker School serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Hooker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #710 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas Hooker School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Thomas Hooker School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,755
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

Thomas Hooker School — Students at Thomas Hooker School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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
61%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Thomas Hooker School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in CT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

Location

138 Roger Williams Rd., Bridgeport, CT 06610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas Hooker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hallen School (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 4.7
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 0.9 mi 3.1
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 1.0 mi 5.6
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 5.1
Information Technology & Software Engineering Magnet High Sc Bridgeport 1.0 mi 7.0
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho Bridgeport 1.0 mi 7.4
Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne Bridgeport 1.0 mi 7.6
Second Hill Lane School Stratford 1.0 mi 4.2
Warren Harding High School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 4.1
Beardsley School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 4.2
Edison School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 3.9
Hallen School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 6.0
Luis Munoz Marin School Bridgeport 1.7 mi 4.4
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy Bridgeport 1.7 mi 6.3
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Trumbull 1.7 mi 7.2
Hall School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 3.2
David Wooster Middle School Stratford 1.5 mi 3.3
Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 2.3
Bunnell High School Stratford 1.6 mi 4.5
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 2.1 mi 5.5

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 Thomas Hooker School

What grades does Thomas Hooker School serve?

Thomas Hooker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Thomas Hooker School?

Thomas Hooker School has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Hooker School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Hooker School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas Hooker School rank in CT?

Thomas Hooker School ranks #710 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Thomas Hooker School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas Hooker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Thomas Hooker School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Hooker School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thomas Hooker School a charter school?

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

Is Thomas Hooker School a Title I school?

No, Thomas Hooker School is not currently a Title I school.

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

75.8% of students at Thomas Hooker 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

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