Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cesar Batalla 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 3% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Batalla School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Batalla School's student population of 1,020 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Batalla 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 Cesar Batalla School is 0.42, 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
#938 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
18%
12%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Batalla School's ranking?
Cesar Batalla School is ranked #938 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Cesar Batalla School?
1,020 students attend Cesar Batalla School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cesar Batalla School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% 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 Cesar Batalla School?
Cesar Batalla School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cesar Batalla School offer ?
Cesar Batalla School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar Batalla School part of?
Cesar Batalla School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Batalla School located?
Cesar Batalla 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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