Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
University School
About the School
- University School in Bridgeport, CT serves 26 students in grades 9 through 12 in a nonsectarian, central city setting.
- Founded in 1890, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 8 faculty members.
- Approximately 81% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting a diverse school population.
- The school offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses for college preparatory academic options.
- University School is located on a 220–acre campus and ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for diversity and school history.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
Campus Size
220 acres
School Motto
Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 33%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
77%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author -
- Numerous Broadway actors among alumni -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from University School?
University School famous alumni include: Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author and Numerous Broadway actors among alumni.
What is University School's ranking?
University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for University School?
The application deadline for University School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to University School is Kolbe Cathedral High School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Catholic Academy Of Bridgeport/st Raphael Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 195 students
Catholic
324 Frank St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-6818
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 4-8 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
63 Pequonnock St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 366-6500
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
33 Calhoun Pl
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-2554
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 114 students
500 State St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-2211
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 53 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1475 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610
(203) 384-6023
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
33 Calhoun Pl
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-2554
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 6
285 Lafayette Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-3434
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: 4-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
777 Commerce Drive, Suite 100
Fairfield, CT 06824
(877) 673-8893
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 69 students
Special Education School
55 Fotch St
Stratford, CT 06615
(203) 385-5729
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 13 students
Special Education School (Catholic)
760 Tahmore Dr
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 540-5381
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 195 students
Catholic
324 Frank St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-6818
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 4-8 | 232 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
63 Pequonnock St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 366-6500
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 114 students
500 State St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-2211
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
283 Lafayette Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 576-6773
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
605 Stratfield Rd
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 334-6271
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 195 students
Catholic
324 Frank St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-6818
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 114 students
500 State St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-2211
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 53 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1475 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610
(203) 384-6023
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
605 Stratfield Rd
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 334-6271
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
981 Stratfield Road
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 336-3801
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Quick Facts
Columbus School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 University Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2100
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2100
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 546 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Geraldine Johnson School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
475 Lexington Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2500
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 275-2500
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 825 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Stillman St.
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
Bridgeport, CT 06608
(203) 338-0593
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,090 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Bridgeport Residential Center
Alternative School
60 Housatonic Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-3671
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-3671
0.5 miles
Gr: 8-12
Regions Secure Bridgeport
Alternative School
60 Housatonic Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-6548
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 579-6548
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12
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