Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jettie S. Tisdale 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 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jettie S. Tisdale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jettie S. Tisdale School's student population of 567 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jettie S. Tisdale 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 Jettie S. Tisdale School is 0.58, 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
#818 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
42%
12%
White
7%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jettie S. Tisdale School's ranking?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is ranked #818 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jettie S. Tisdale School?
567 students attend Jettie S. Tisdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jettie S. Tisdale School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jettie S. Tisdale School?
Jettie S. Tisdale School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jettie S. Tisdale School offer ?
Jettie S. Tisdale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jettie S. Tisdale School part of?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Jettie S. Tisdale School located?
Jettie S. Tisdale School is located in the East End neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in East End.
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