For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,819 students in 06608, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06608, CT are Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, Waltersville School and Barnum School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06608 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06608, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06608, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Gr: K-12 | 1,090 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
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 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
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 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
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 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06608, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06608, CT include Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, Waltersville School and Barnum School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06608?
4 public elementary schools are located in 06608.
What is the racial composition of students in 06608?
06608 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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