General Info

Read Elementary School, opened in 1968, was named after David F. Read, who was a member of the Bridgeport Board of Education. It employs a staff of more than 100 full-time, certified teachers and paraprofessionals, including mathematics and literacy coaches, physical education instructors, guidance counselors, social workers, psychologists, media specialists, program assistants, school coordinators, custodians, and art and music professionals. In addition, Read Elementary School operates a health clinic that has a team of nurse practitioners, medical assistants, outreach workers and dental hygienists. The school has an annual enrollment of over 950 students in kindergarten through grade 10. Read Elementary School is a part of Bridgeport Public Schools and is located in Bridgeport, Conn.