Serving 366 students in grades 9-12, Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School's student population of 366 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School is 0.65, 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
#590 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
26%
12%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School's ranking?
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School is ranked #590 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School often compared to?
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trumbull High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School?
366 students attend Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School?
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School offer ?
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School part of?
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High School is part of Bridgeport School District.
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