For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,371 students in 06608, CT.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT are Achievement First Bridgeport Academy and The Bridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Connecticut public charter school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Charter schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public charter school average of 93% (majority Black).
Best 06608, CT Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Gr: K-12 | 1,090 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
The Bridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
160 Pulaski Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT include Achievement First Bridgeport Academy and The Bridge Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 06608?
2 public charter schools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public charter schools average of 93% (majority Black).
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