Serving 1,075 students in grades 9-12, Bassick High 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 3% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BASSICK HIGH SCHOOL serves the southern part of Bridgeport, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bassick High School's student population of 1,075 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,075 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Bassick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bassick High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
64%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bassick High School's ranking?
Bassick High School is ranked #937 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bassick High School often compared to?
Bassick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bassick High School?
The graduation rate of Bassick High School is 64%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Bassick High School?
1,075 students attend Bassick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bassick High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 5% 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 Bassick High School?
Bassick High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bassick High School offer ?
Bassick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bassick High School part of?
Bassick High School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Bassick High School located?
Bassick High School is located in the West End And West Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 7 other public schools located in West End And West Side.
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