Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Classical Studies 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 13% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Classical Studies Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Classical Studies Academy's student population of 396 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Classical Studies 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 Classical Studies Academy is 0.62, 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
#793 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
47%
12%
White
6%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Classical Studies Academy's ranking?
Classical Studies Academy is ranked #793 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Classical Studies Academy?
396 students attend Classical Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Classical Studies Academy students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% 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 Classical Studies Academy?
Classical Studies Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Classical Studies Academy offer ?
Classical Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Classical Studies Academy part of?
Classical Studies Academy is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Classical Studies Academy located?
Classical Studies Academy is located in the West End And West Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 7 other public schools located in West End And West Side.
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