Black Rock School

545 Brewster St.
Bridgeport, CT 06605
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Black Rock School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 23%
  • : 42%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Black Rock School's student population of 457 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Black Rock School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (CT)
(18-19)
23%
48%
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(18-19)
42%
58%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
57%
29%
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Black
16%
13%
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White
24%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
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Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Black Rock School often compared to?
Black Rock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnum School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% CT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CT state average).
How many students attend Black Rock School?
457 students attend Black Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Black Rock School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Rock School?
Black Rock School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Black Rock School offer ?
Black Rock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Rock School part of?
Black Rock School is part of Bridgeport School District.

School Reviews

5   10/16/2014
I currently moved from Fairfield to the Black Rock section after my divorce. I was quite hesitant to send my child to a Bridgeport public school because I have read such terrible things in the paper about the public schools in Bridgeport. However, due to some financial difficulties, I had no choice but to send my child to Black Rock School. I just want everyone to know how wonderful that both I and my child find this school to be. For the first time ever, my child gets up each morning and looks forward to going to school. The days of me having to argue to get him off to school are hopefully behind him. Furthermore, my child is challenged academically and I have noticed a noticeable difference in his reading and writing as well as mathematical abilities. Sadly, due to a lack of funding to the school, there aren't as many extra-curricular activities offered after school or during the school day but I am so thankful to the teachers at this school for helping my child love going to school. I am only writing this review because I want people to have more of an open mind when it comes to the Bridgeport school system. I can only speak about this one school, but I am sure that there are many, many other wonderful schools throughout the district. We as parents need to stop blaming the education system and the teachers for the shortcomings of failing districts and start holding ourselves more accountable. I can honestly say that this little school in this fantastic neighborhood that I am so proud to live in has really changed my mindset. I just want to give a huge "Thank you" to all of the dedicated teachers as well as the principal of this fine school for helping my child to reach his fullest potential.
- Posted by Parent - blued

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : 23%
  • : 42%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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