Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Park City Magnet 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park City Magnet School's student population of 495 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park City Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park City Magnet School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
46%
29%
Black
37%
13%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park City Magnet School's ranking?
Park City Magnet School is ranked #736 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Park City Magnet School often compared to?
Park City Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Six-six Magnet School, High Horizons Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Park City Magnet School?
495 students attend Park City Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Park City Magnet School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park City Magnet School?
Park City Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park City Magnet School offer ?
Park City Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park City Magnet School part of?
Park City Magnet School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Park City Magnet School located?
Park City Magnet 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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