Serving 802 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Geraldine Johnson 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 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geraldine Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Geraldine Johnson School's student population of 802 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Geraldine Johnson 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 Geraldine Johnson School is 0.50, 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
#877 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
22%
12%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Geraldine Johnson School's ranking?
Geraldine Johnson School is ranked #877 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Geraldine Johnson School often compared to?
Geraldine Johnson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frenchtown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Geraldine Johnson School?
802 students attend Geraldine Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Geraldine Johnson School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geraldine Johnson School?
Geraldine Johnson School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Geraldine Johnson School offer ?
Geraldine Johnson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Geraldine Johnson School part of?
Geraldine Johnson School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Geraldine Johnson School located?
Geraldine Johnson School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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