For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,725 students in 06608, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06608, CT are Waltersville School, Barnum School and Luis Munoz Marin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06608, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waltersville School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Hallett Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2400
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2400
Gr: PK-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Barnum School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
495 Waterview Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2300
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 275-2300
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Luis Munoz Marin School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
479 Helen St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-8202
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-8202
Gr: PK-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
06608, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
655 Stillman Street
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 576-7558
Gr: PK-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Park City Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
391 East Washington Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 337-1205
Gr: 8-11 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06608, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06608, CT include Waltersville School, Barnum School and Luis Munoz Marin School.
How many public preschools are located in 06608?
3 public preschools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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