Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bryant 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bryant School's student population of 304 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Changing Futures and Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Bryant 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 Bryant School is 0.55, 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
#837 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
27%
12%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Bryant School's ranking?
Bryant School is ranked #837 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bryant School often compared to?
Bryant Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bryant School?
304 students attend Bryant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bryant School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryant School?
Bryant School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bryant School offer ?
Bryant School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bryant School part of?
Bryant School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant School located?
Bryant 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.
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