Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridge Academy West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridge Academy West's student population of 331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“I am only as good as the team I lead”
School Rankings
Bridge Academy West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Academy West is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2493 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Asian
19%
4%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge Academy West's ranking?
Bridge Academy West is ranked #2493 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bridge Academy West?
331 students attend Bridge Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bridge Academy West students are White, 19% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge Academy West?
Bridge Academy West has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bridge Academy West offer ?
Bridge Academy West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridge Academy West part of?
Bridge Academy West is part of Bridge Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridge Academy West located?
Bridge Academy West is located in the Campau And Banglatown neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Campau And Banglatown.
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