Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho
392 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic | 193 |
| Black | 118 |
| Asian | 28 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic193 (49.4 %)
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Black118 (30.2 %)
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White42 (10.7 %)
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Asian28 (7.2 %)
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Two or More8 (2.0 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 105 |
| Grade 10 | 119 |
| Grade 11 | 83 |
| Grade 12 | 85 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 276 | 70.4% |
| Male | 115 | 29.3% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.3% |
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