Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District

The Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a predominantly minority student population in a low-income area. Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, with all schools in the district struggling across multiple metrics, including extremely low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and poor graduation rates.

While there are no clear standout schools, Bridgeport High School stands out with a 69.4% four-year graduation rate and an 11.9% dropout rate, both of which are concerning. The district's schools also have very high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 87.8% to 96.7%, indicating that the district serves a predominantly low-income population, which is often correlated with lower academic achievement.

Despite the higher-than-average spending per student, ranging from $12,251 to $15,448, the district is not seeing commensurate improvements in student outcomes, raising questions about the effective allocation and utilization of resources. Additionally, the extremely high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 46.6% to 57.8% across all schools, are a significant concern and likely contribute to the overall low academic performance. Addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism should be a top priority for the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District.