At a glance
Reported students
492
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
34
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Connecticut elementary enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 591 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
446.5
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School: 492 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
14.5:1 reported; state peer median 12.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 393
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.6:1
What the reported data says about Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Bridgeport. It is one of 36 current school records connected to Bridgeport School District. NCES reports 492 students for 2024–25.
Among 591 elementary schools in Connecticut with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 371 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.5:1, above the Connecticut median of 12.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (46.7%) and Black (24.8%). English learners represent 3.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
- 1How do the reported 14.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 34 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 69.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White20.1%
- Hispanic46.7%
- Black24.8%
- Asian5.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Bridgeport School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Roosevelt School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
493 reported students
Park City Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
487 reported students
James J. Curiale School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
509 reported students
Madison School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
451 reported students
Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
450 reported students
High Horizons Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
443 reported students
Public schools near Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A.B. Skane Center Elementary · Bridgeport School District | PK–KG | 183 | 0.4 mi |
| John Winthrop School Elementary · Bridgeport School District | PK–08 | 607 | 0.4 mi |
| North Stratfield School Elementary · Fairfield School District | KG–05 | 408 | 1 mi |
| Blackham School Elementary · Bridgeport School District | PK–08 | 1,088 | 1.3 mi |
| Stratfield School Elementary · Fairfield School District | PK–05 | 326 | 1.4 mi |
| Madison School Elementary · Bridgeport School District | PK–06 | 451 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School
What grades does Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School serve?
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Bridgeport School District.
How many students attend Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School reported 492 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 591 Connecticut elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 393 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
The calculated ratio is 14.5:1, based on 492 students and 34 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Connecticut median for the same school level is 12.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
69.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School in?
Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School is part of Bridgeport School District, based in Bridgeport, CT, which operates 36 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include A.B. Skane Center (0.4 mi), John Winthrop School (0.4 mi), North Stratfield School (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.