Students

Our scholars come to school on time, ready to work and learn every day. The majority of NBFA students are bused to school from neighborhoods across Bridgeport, Connecticut's largest city. Others come from neighboring towns such as Stratford, Waterbury, and Shelton.

Like charter school hopefuls nationwide, NBFA students are selected through a blind lottery. There is no admission criterion and the demand for seats is high. NBFA enrolls nearly 500 students from Pre-K through grade 8.

Our students thrive in high school thanks to their strong academic foundation of elementary and middle school instruction aimed at critical thinking and leadership development.   

NBFA graduates demonstrate the lasting value of a quality, well-rounded education. Distinguished students have been awarded scholarships to Fairfield College Preparatory School, Greens Farms Academy, Hopkins School, St. Luke's School and Notre Dame High School, just to name a few.