Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James J. Curiale 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 5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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James J. Curiale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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James J. Curiale School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
James J. Curiale 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 James J. Curiale School is 0.58, 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
#905 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
31%
12%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is James J. Curiale School's ranking?
James J. Curiale School is ranked #905 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are James J. Curiale School often compared to?
James J. Curiale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Bridgeport Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend James J. Curiale School?
513 students attend James J. Curiale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of James J. Curiale School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James J. Curiale School?
James J. Curiale School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does James J. Curiale School offer ?
James J. Curiale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James J. Curiale School part of?
James J. Curiale School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is James J. Curiale School located?
James J. Curiale School is located in the West End And West Side neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 7 other public schools located in West End And West Side.
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