Serving 772 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Capital Preparatory Harbor 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 13% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital Preparatory Harbor School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Capital Preparatory Harbor School's student population of 772 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capital Preparatory Harbor School 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 Capital Preparatory Harbor School is 0.46, 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
#804 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
67%
12%
White
1%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital Preparatory Harbor School's ranking?
Capital Preparatory Harbor School is ranked #804 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Capital Preparatory Harbor School often compared to?
Capital Preparatory Harbor Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Bridgeport Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital Preparatory Harbor School?
The graduation rate of Capital Preparatory Harbor School is 80%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Capital Preparatory Harbor School?
772 students attend Capital Preparatory Harbor School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Capital Preparatory Harbor School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital Preparatory Harbor School?
Capital Preparatory Harbor School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Capital Preparatory Harbor School offer ?
Capital Preparatory Harbor School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital Preparatory Harbor School part of?
Capital Preparatory Harbor School is part of Capital Preparatory Harbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital Preparatory Harbor School located?
Capital Preparatory Harbor School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2020
The staff has really worked with my son and treated my son with empathy. They do their best with the resources they have. Good academic program as well.
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