Bridge Valley Elementary School

2280 Sugar Bottom Road
Furlong, PA 18925
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bridge Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 617 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20% in PA
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • : Bridge Valley Elementary School serves the southeast part of Furlong, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.9 miles, reaching a maximum of 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bridge Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Bridge Valley Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Bridge Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Valley Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#306 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

68%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

74%
55%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
17%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
4%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

White
73%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
27%
0.44

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
8.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bridge Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Bridge Valley Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bridge Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Bridge Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bridge Valley Elementary School?
617 students attend Bridge Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bridge Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge Valley Elementary School?
Bridge Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridge Valley Elementary School offer ?
Bridge Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bridge Valley Elementary School part of?
Bridge Valley Elementary School is part of Central Bucks School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 617 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • : Bridge Valley Elementary School serves the southeast part of Furlong, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.9 miles, reaching a maximum of 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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