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Best Bridgeport Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 548 students in Bridgeport, CT.
The top ranked private high schools in Bridgeport, CT include Kolbe Cathedral High School and University School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is higher than the Connecticut private high school average acceptance rate of 65%.
50% of private high schools in Bridgeport, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top Ranked Bridgeport Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
285 Lafayette Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-3434
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kolbe Cathedral High School
Kolbe Cathedral High School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
33 Calhoun Pl
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-2554
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
University School
Po Box 6129
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 579-0434
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students
Mercaz Community High School For Jewish Studies
Alternative School (Jewish)
2385 Park Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 450-5303
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students
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Bridgeport, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
729 Union Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06607
(203) 330-1467
Gr: K-6 | 33 students
461 Mill Hill Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06610
(203) 368-2835
Gr: K-9 | 246 students
Zion Lutheran School (Closed 2006)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
612 Grand Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 367-7268
Gr: PK-8 | 104 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Bridgeport, CT?
The top ranked private high schools in Bridgeport, CT include Kolbe Cathedral High School and University School.
How many private high schools are located in Bridgeport?
4 private high schools are located in Bridgeport.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Bridgeport?
50% of private high schools in Bridgeport are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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