Summary:
The 06608 zip code of Bridgeport, Connecticut is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, a few schools stand out in their performance.
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, an alternative public charter school, has the highest graduation rate at 88.4% and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate at 17.7%. However, its test scores are generally lower than the state average, particularly in mathematics. In contrast, The Bridge Academy, a public charter high school, also has a strong 88.4% graduation rate and the second-lowest chronic absenteeism rate, with test scores that are higher than the other schools in the area.
The remaining schools, Luis Munoz Marin School, Barnum School, and Waltersville School, all struggle with low test scores, often below 20% proficiency, and high chronic absenteeism rates. The data suggests that addressing the systemic challenges faced by the Bridgeport School District, which oversees the majority of these schools, will be crucial in improving educational outcomes for students in the 06608 zip code.
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