Serving 281 students in grades 7-12, The Bridge Academy 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 15-19% (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 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Bridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Bridge Academy's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Bridge Academy 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 The Bridge Academy 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
#801 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
32%
Black
50%
12%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bridge Academy's ranking?
The Bridge Academy is ranked #801 out of 939 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?
15-19% 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).
What is the graduation rate of The Bridge Academy?
The graduation rate of The Bridge Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend The Bridge Academy?
281 students attend The Bridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of The Bridge Academy students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Bridge Academy?
The Bridge Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Bridge Academy offer ?
The Bridge Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Bridge Academy part of?
The Bridge Academy is part of The Bridge Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Bridge Academy located?
The Bridge Academy is located in the East Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is hard but it really make you want to try it brought me to a breaking down point and the teachers are really nice so is the principal they inspired me to like to read so I do like this school and plan on staying until my senior year...
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