Serving 1,033 students in grades 9-12, Bassick High 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bassick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bassick High School's student population of 1,033 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Benny The Lion
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Bassick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bassick High School is 0.52, 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
#925 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
62%
31%
Black
31%
12%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bassick High School's ranking?
Bassick High School is ranked #925 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bassick High School often compared to?
Bassick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School 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 40% CT state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bassick High School?
The graduation rate of Bassick High School is 63%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bassick High School?
1,033 students attend Bassick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bassick High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bassick High School?
Bassick High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bassick High School offer ?
Bassick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bassick High School part of?
Bassick High School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Bassick High School located?
Bassick High 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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