Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridesburg School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridesburg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bridesburg School's student population of 547 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
547 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bridesburg School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridesburg School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1990 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
15%
15%

Black
4%
14%

White
75%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridesburg School's ranking?
Bridesburg School is ranked #1990 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bridesburg School often compared to?
Bridesburg Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bridesburg School?
547 students attend Bridesburg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bridesburg School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridesburg School?
Bridesburg School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridesburg School offer ?
Bridesburg School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bridesburg School part of?
Bridesburg School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridesburg School located?
Bridesburg School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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