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Bridgeport Military Academy

160 Iranistan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605

About Bridgeport Military Academy

Bridgeport Military Academy is a public magnet high school in Bridgeport, Connecticut, that teaches students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of seven high schools in the Bridgeport School District and is known for its unique First Responder-themed curriculum and focus on discipline and leadership. There are about 275 students at the academy, and the student-to-teacher ratio is about 15:1. The student body is very diverse, with 91% of students being minorities and 87% of students being economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the best High School in "Connecticut" . Students are encouraged to take challenging classes, like Advanced Placement courses, which 31% of students do. The proficiency data shows that 5% of students are good at math and 12% are good at reading. Bridgeport Military Academy is one of the best schools for students who want to work in public safety, the military, or law enforcement. The district spends about $20,368 per student. It has a structured environment and a strong commitment to community service and civic duty, which are two of its strengths.

Bridgeport Military Academy Contact Information

Address

160 Iranistan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605

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Phone

(203) 275-3961

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 5%
Reading 12%
State average proficiency is 5% in Math and 12% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
296
Total Students
$49860
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 187 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bridgeport Military Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:53 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:38 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 9.12%
Asian 0.68%
Hispanic 65.88%
Black 21.96%
Two+ Races 1.69%
Native Am. 0.68%
White
9.12%
Asian
0.68%
Hispanic
65.88%
Black
21.96%
Two+ Races
1.69%
Native Am.
0.68%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 296
51.35%
152 Female
48.65%
144 Male

Student Population

296 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

296 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Bridgeport Military Academy is getting ready to move to a new, modern building on the south end of the city. The new building will improve the school's specialized first-responder and leadership programs. New programs for peer collaboration and mentorship for both teachers and students are examples of recent changes at schools that aim to make the campus culture more welcoming. The academy also still puts a lot of emphasis on getting involved in the community. Recently, it hosted forums to strengthen ties with local service organizations and other important groups.

FAQ

Q1. Does Bridgeport Military Academy support professional growth?

Ans. Yes, students learn how to communicate, work as a team, and solve problems, which are all important skills for any job.

Q2. Are students able to look into more than one career path?

Ans. Yes, Bridgeport Military Academy has a lot of different programs that help students find out what they're good at and what they like.

Q3. Are there chances to improve students teamwork skills?

Ans. Yes, group projects, clubs, and sports help students work together and talk to each other clearly.

Q4. Do students get help with standardized tests?

Ans. Yes. Yes, of course! The school has resources to help students get ready for the SAT and ACT tests.

Q5. How does Bridgeport Military Academy encourage a good environment?

Ans. To make the space safe, welcoming, and open to everyone, people are told to be respectful, work together, and be responsible.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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