Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barnum 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% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnum School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barnum School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnum 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 Barnum School is 0.48, 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
#866 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
68%
32%
Black
23%
12%
White
7%
46%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnum School's ranking?
Barnum School is ranked #866 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Barnum School?
588 students attend Barnum School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Barnum School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnum School?
Barnum School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnum School offer ?
Barnum School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnum School part of?
Barnum School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnum School located?
Barnum School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
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