Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho

School Overview
Biotechnology Research and Zoological Studies High School (often referred to as BRZS), located on Old Town Road in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is a specialized magnet program designed to offer students a rigorous, science-focused curriculum. The school distinguishes itself by integrating traditional academic coursework with hands-on training in biotechnology and zoological sciences. Its mission is to prepare students for higher education and careers in high-demand fields such as medical research, veterinary medicine, animal husbandry, and laboratory technology.

The school’s curriculum provides students with unique opportunities to engage in scientific inquiry through lab-based learning and field studies. By blending core high school requirements with specialized technical electives, the program creates a pathways-oriented environment where students can apply theoretical concepts to real-world biological and zoological problems. As part of the Bridgeport Public Schools district, the institution aims to foster scientific literacy and professional preparedness in a diverse student body, equipping them with the critical thinking and technical skills necessary to excel in an increasingly complex global workforce.
392
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho
Demographic Student Count
White42
Hispanic193
Black118
Asian28
Two or More8
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    193 (49.4 %)
  • Black
    118 (30.2 %)
  • White
    42 (10.7 %)
  • Asian
    28 (7.2 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bridgeport School District
Phone: (203)275-3413
Website: http://www.bridgeportedu.net/fwc
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 392
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 255
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Grade 9 105
Grade 10 119
Grade 11 83
Grade 12 85

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho
Grade Student Count
Grade 9105
Grade 10119
Grade 1183
Grade 1285
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27670.4%
Male11529.3%
Not Specified10.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)