BLACK ROCK SCHOOL

Black Rock School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bridgeport School District school district, located in Bridgeport, CT with about 458 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Black Rock School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Black Rock School, located in the Black Rock neighborhood of Bridgeport, Connecticut, serves as a PK-8 elementary and middle school within the Bridgeport Public Schools district. The school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body. By integrating academic rigor with social-emotional support, the school aims to prepare its students to transition successfully into high school while meeting the standards set by the state of Connecticut.

Beyond the classroom, Black Rock School emphasizes student engagement through various extracurricular opportunities and community-oriented initiatives. Because of its location in a historic and culturally active neighborhood, the school often benefits from strong parental involvement and community partnerships. It serves as a focal point for local families, prioritizing a well-rounded education that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with arts, physical education, and character development to support the "whole child."

For more information, contact Black Rock School at (203) 576-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.