Serving 403 students in grades 4-8, Park City Prep Charter 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 31% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park City Prep Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park City Prep Charter School's student population of 403 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 600% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park City Prep Charter 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 Park City Prep Charter School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
44%
31%
Black
47%
12%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park City Prep Charter School's ranking?
Park City Prep Charter School is ranked #577 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Park City Prep Charter School often compared to?
Park City Prep Charter 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Park City Prep Charter School?
403 students attend Park City Prep Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Park City Prep Charter School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park City Prep Charter School?
Park City Prep Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park City Prep Charter School offer ?
Park City Prep Charter School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park City Prep Charter School part of?
Park City Prep Charter School is part of Park City Prep Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Park City Prep Charter School located?
Park City Prep Charter School 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed (Events)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Recess - School Closed (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Recess - School Closed (Events)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Recess - School Closed (Events)
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Recess - School Closed (Events)
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
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