CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Central High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Bridgeport School District school district, located in Bridgeport, CT with about 1,612 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 109 teachers, Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Central High School, located at 1 Lincoln Blvd. in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is a prominent secondary educational institution serving the local community. As part of the Bridgeport Public Schools district, the school is committed to fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, personal growth, and college and career readiness for its diverse student body.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular opportunities designed to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging its resources and community partnerships, Central High School aims to prepare its students to navigate the complexities of the modern world, encouraging them to develop the critical thinking, communication, and collaborative skills necessary for success after graduation.

For more information, contact Central High School at (203) 576-7377 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 Lincoln Blvd.
Bridgeport, CT 06606-5502
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CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bridgeport, CT with about 1,612 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,612
Teachers:
109.08
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,612 students

Hispanic/Latino
40.8%
Black or African American
40.6%
White
13.4%
Asian
3.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Two or more races
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.