Serving 1,075 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridge Elementary School's student population of 1,075 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1541 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
55%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
37%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Bridge Elementary School is ranked #1541 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dever Elementary School, Canty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Bridge Elementary School?
1,075 students attend Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridge Elementary School?
Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bridge Elementary School part of?
Bridge Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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