Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Columbus 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Columbus 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 Columbus School is 0.44, 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
#925 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
19%
12%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus School's ranking?
Columbus School is ranked #925 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Columbus School?
538 students attend Columbus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Columbus School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus School?
Columbus School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Columbus School offer ?
Columbus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Columbus School part of?
Columbus School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus School located?
Columbus School is located in the South End neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT.
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