Bridgeport Catholic Academy
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Overview

Bridgeport Catholic Academy provides a strong, well-rounded academic program rooted in faith, structure, and high expectations for every student. Our curriculum is designed to support growth across all core subject areas, including reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also offering enriching opportunities in Spanish, music, and other specialty classes that support the development of the whole child.

Faith is an integral part of daily life at Bridgeport Catholic Academy. Students participate in religion class, daily prayer, and weekly Mass, fostering a deep sense of spirituality, respect, and service to others. These experiences help students grow not only academically but also as compassionate and responsible individuals guided by Catholic values.

Our dedicated teachers create engaging and supportive classroom environments where students are encouraged to think critically, ask meaningful questions, and take ownership of their learning. Instruction is differentiated to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring that each child is both challenged and supported. Through hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and real-world connections, students develop the skills necessary to become confident and independent thinkers.
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In addition to strong classroom instruction, students are given opportunities to develop leadership skills, practice teamwork, and build lasting relationships within a close-knit school community. Emphasis is placed on organization, responsibility, and personal accountability—skills that prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

At Bridgeport Catholic Academy, we are committed to educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—while fostering a lifelong love of learning grounded in faith and academic excellence.

Highlights

  • Promethean Boards in every classroom,  Grades PreK-8
  • Fully-equipped Science lab
  • 1:1 access to Chromebook in Grades 1 - 8
  • Tablets for PreK classes and Kindergarten
  • Weekly Mass attendance
  • 2nd Grade: Reconciliation and Communion 
  • 8th Grade: Confirmation
  • Spanish classes begin in Preschool through 8th Grade 
  • Physical Education beginning in Kindergarten through 8th Grade
  • Music and Humanities beginning in Pre School through 8th Grade

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Bridgeport Catholic Academy
3700 S. Lowe Avenue
Chicago, IL 60609
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Phone 773-376-6223
​Fax 773-376-3864

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  • About Us
    • Welcome from the Principal
    • Mission
    • Staff Directory
    • School Hours
    • Contact & Directions
    • What's Happening
  • Admissions
    • Admission Overview
    • Admission Process
    • Private Tour
    • Tuition, Rates & Fees
  • Current Families
    • Weekly Newsletter
    • Handbook
    • School Calendar
    • Forms & Documents
    • School Uniforms
    • Family Service
    • PowerSchool Link
    • FSP Lunch Service
    • Sit Down Cafe Lunch Service
  • Academics
    • Overview
    • Early Childhood: (Pre-K & K)
    • Primary: (Grades 1-5)
    • Middle School: (Grades 6-8)
  • Athletics
    • Athletics
    • Athletics Calendar
    • Athletics Committee
  • School Board
    • School Advisory Board
  • Home School Association
  • Support
    • Alumni
  • Parish
    • Nativity of Our Lord & Saint Gabriel Parish
    • St. Gabriel Catholic School
  • 2026 - 2027 Registration
    • Existing Students
    • New Students