Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bridges Community Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridges Community Elementary serves the entire Mankato, MN district, encompassing approximately 136.9 square miles. This attendance zone ensures that all parts of the district are accessible, with a typical drive to the school taking around 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridges Community Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridges Community Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridges Community Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#9 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridges Community Elementary School's ranking?
Bridges Community Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bridges Community Elementary School often compared to?
Bridges Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Scenic Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bridges Community Elementary School?
251 students attend Bridges Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bridges Community Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridges Community Elementary School?
Bridges Community Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridges Community Elementary School offer ?
Bridges Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridges Community Elementary School part of?
Bridges Community Elementary School is part of Mankato Public School District.
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