Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wilbur Cross 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilbur Cross School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilbur Cross School's student population of 287 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilbur Cross School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilbur Cross School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
49%
29%
Black
43%
13%
White
6%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur Cross School's ranking?
Wilbur Cross School is ranked #928 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wilbur Cross School often compared to?
Wilbur Cross Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park City Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wilbur Cross School?
287 students attend Wilbur Cross School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wilbur Cross School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilbur Cross School?
Wilbur Cross School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilbur Cross School offer ?
Wilbur Cross School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilbur Cross School part of?
Wilbur Cross School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilbur Cross School located?
Wilbur Cross School is located in the Reservoir Whiskey Hill neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Reservoir Whiskey Hill.
School Reviews
5 5/5/2023
it is a good school with wonderful teachers that do their job.
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