Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jettie S. Tisdale 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% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JETTIE S. TISDALE SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Bridgeport, CT, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jettie S. Tisdale School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jettie S. Tisdale 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 Jettie S. Tisdale School is 0.58, 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
#836 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jettie S. Tisdale School's ranking?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is ranked #836 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Jettie S. Tisdale School often compared to?
Jettie S. Tisdale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Laurence Dunbar School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jettie S. Tisdale School?
547 students attend Jettie S. Tisdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jettie S. Tisdale School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jettie S. Tisdale School?
Jettie S. Tisdale School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jettie S. Tisdale School offer ?
Jettie S. Tisdale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jettie S. Tisdale School part of?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Jettie S. Tisdale School located?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is located in the East End neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in East End.
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