For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,364 students in 06608, CT.
The top ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT are Achievement First Bridgeport Academy and The Bridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Connecticut public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public charter school average of 94% (majority Black).
Best 06608, CT Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Grades: K-12
| 1,084 students
Rank: #22.
The Bridge Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
160 Pulaski Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 336-9999
Grades: 7-12
| 280 students
06608, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
655 Stillman Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Grades: PK-6
| 279 students
Park City Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
391 East Washington Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Grades: 8-11
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT?
The top ranked public charter schools in 06608, CT include Achievement First Bridgeport Academy and The Bridge Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 06608?
2 public charter schools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Connecticut public charter schools average of 94% (majority Black).
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