Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bridgeport Grade 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgeport Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bridgeport, IL, encompassing approximately 204.4 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 8.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgeport Grade School's student population of 314 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridgeport Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport Grade School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport Grade School's ranking?
Bridgeport Grade School is ranked #1429 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bridgeport Grade School?
314 students attend Bridgeport Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bridgeport Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeport Grade School?
Bridgeport Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeport Grade School offer ?
Bridgeport Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Bridgeport Grade School part of?
Bridgeport Grade School is part of Red Hill CUSD 10 School District.
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