Best 06608 Connecticut Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,379 students in 06608, CT.
The top-ranked public high 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 high schools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 06608 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is The Bridge Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06608, CT Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Gr: K-12 | 1,098 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
The Bridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
160 Pulaski Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Gr: 7-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 06608 Connecticut

06608, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
655 Stillman Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Gr: PK-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Park City Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
391 East Washington Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Gr: 8-11 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 06608, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 06608, CT include Achievement First Bridgeport Academy and The Bridge Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 06608?
2 public high schools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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