Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Thomas Hooker 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hooker School serves the northeast part of Bridgeport, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Hooker School's student population of 288 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for Success
School Rankings
Thomas Hooker 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 Thomas Hooker School is 0.57, 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
#782 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
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 2010–2025. 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 Thomas Hooker School's ranking?
Thomas Hooker School is ranked #782 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thomas Hooker School?
288 students attend Thomas Hooker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Thomas Hooker School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Hooker School?
Thomas Hooker School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Hooker School offer ?
Thomas Hooker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Hooker School part of?
Thomas Hooker School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Hooker School located?
Thomas Hooker School is located in the North Bridgeport neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 6 other public schools located in North Bridgeport.
School Reviews
Review Thomas Hooker School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
