For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,104 students in 06608, CT.
The top ranked public schools in 06608, CT are Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, The Bridge Academy and Barnum School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06608, CT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Grades: K-12
| 1,098 students
Rank: #22.
The Bridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
160 Pulaski Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Grades: 7-12
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Barnum School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
495 Waterview Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2300
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2300
Grades: PK-8
| 587 students
Rank: #44.
Waltersville School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Hallett Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2400
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2400
Grades: PK-8
| 428 students
Rank: #55.
Luis Munoz Marin School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
479 Helen St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-8202
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-8202
Grades: PK-8
| 710 students
06608, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
655 Stillman Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Grades: PK-6
| 279 students
Park City Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
391 East Washington Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Grades: 8-11
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06608, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06608, CT include Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, The Bridge Academy and Barnum School.
How many public schools are located in 06608?
5 public schools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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