Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridger Creative Science School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridger Elementary School serves the southeast part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridger Creative Science School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bridger Creative Science School's student population of 474 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bridger Creative Science School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridger Creative Science School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridger Creative Science School's ranking?
Bridger Creative Science School is ranked #358 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Bridger Creative Science School often compared to?
Bridger Creative Science Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Bridger Creative Science School?
474 students attend Bridger Creative Science School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bridger Creative Science School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridger Creative Science School?
Bridger Creative Science School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridger Creative Science School offer ?
Bridger Creative Science School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridger Creative Science School part of?
Bridger Creative Science School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridger Creative Science School located?
Bridger Creative Science School is located in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Montavilla.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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