Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John Winthrop 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 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winthrop School serves the northwest part of Bridgeport, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Winthrop School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Winthrop 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 John Winthrop 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
#636 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Winthrop School's ranking?
John Winthrop School is ranked #636 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Winthrop School?
607 students attend John Winthrop School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of John Winthrop School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Winthrop School?
John Winthrop School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Winthrop School offer ?
John Winthrop School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Winthrop School part of?
John Winthrop School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is John Winthrop School located?
John Winthrop School is located in the North End neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in North End.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school is the best!!!!
5 10/10/2025
I went to school here K-2 but then I changed schools. I loved this school so much I miss my old teachers and friends. I wish I could go back. One of the best schools I have been to.
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