Serving 1,084 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Bridgeport Academy 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy's student population of 1,084 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
51%
12%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Bridgeport Academy's ranking?
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy is ranked #646 out of 942 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 40% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Achievement First Bridgeport Academy?
1,084 students attend Achievement First Bridgeport Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy?
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Achievement First Bridgeport Academy offer ?
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Bridgeport Academy part of?
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy is part of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Bridgeport Academy located?
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy is located in the East Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
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