Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hallen 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hallen School serves the northern part of Bridgeport, CT, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hallen School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hallen 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 Hallen School is 0.60, 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
#773 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
46%
32%
Black
44%
12%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallen School's ranking?
Hallen School is ranked #773 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Hallen School?
280 students attend Hallen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hallen School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 5% 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 Hallen School?
Hallen School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hallen School offer ?
Hallen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hallen School part of?
Hallen School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Hallen School located?
Hallen School is located in the Reservoir Whiskey Hill neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Reservoir Whiskey Hill.
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