Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bridge View Special Education ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridge View Special Education's student population of 115 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridge View Special Education ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge View Special Education is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1757 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
32%
12%
White
15%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge View Special Education's ranking?
Bridge View Special Education is ranked #1757 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bridge View Special Education often compared to?
Bridge View Special Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridge View Special Education?
The graduation rate of Bridge View Special Education is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bridge View Special Education?
115 students attend Bridge View Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bridge View Special Education students are Asian, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge View Special Education?
Bridge View Special Education has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridge View Special Education offer ?
Bridge View Special Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridge View Special Education part of?
Bridge View Special Education is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridge View Special Education located?
Bridge View Special Education is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 21 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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