Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Park City Magnet 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 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park City Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park City Magnet School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Motto
Changing Futures and Achieving Excellence Together
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Park City Magnet 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 Park City Magnet School is 0.64, 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
#696 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
35%
12%
White
9%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park City Magnet School's ranking?
Park City Magnet School is ranked #696 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Park City Magnet School often compared to?
Park City Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Six-six Magnet School, High Horizons Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Park City Magnet School?
487 students attend Park City Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Park City Magnet School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park City Magnet School?
Park City Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park City Magnet School offer ?
Park City Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Park City Magnet School part of?
Park City Magnet School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Park City Magnet School located?
Park City Magnet School is located in the Reservoir Whiskey Hill neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Reservoir Whiskey Hill.
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