For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,499 students in 06604, CT (there are 6 private schools, serving 983 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 06604, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06604, CT are Capital Preparatory Harbor School, Classical Studies Academy and Geraldine Johnson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06604 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06604, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06604, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital Preparatory Harbor School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
777 Main Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(475) 422-5900
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(475) 422-5900
Gr: K-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #22.
Classical Studies Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
240 Linwood Ave.
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-7188
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-7188
Gr: PK-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Geraldine Johnson School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
475 Lexington Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2500
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2500
Gr: PK-8 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 Park Ave.
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-8032
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-8032
Gr: PK-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
James J. Curiale School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Laurel Ave.
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-8437
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-8437
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Columbus School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 University Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2100
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Bridgeport Residential Center
Alternative School
60 Housatonic Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-3671
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-3671
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Regions Secure Bridgeport
Alternative School
60 Housatonic Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-6548
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-6548
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06604, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06604, CT include Capital Preparatory Harbor School, Classical Studies Academy and Geraldine Johnson School.
How many public schools are located in 06604?
8 public schools are located in 06604.
What percentage of students in 06604 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 06604 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06604?
06604 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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