Serving 118 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bridges Transition ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Transition ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bridges Transition's student population of 118 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Transition is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
21%
5%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≤20%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bridges Transition often compared to?
Bridges Transitionis often viewed alongside schools like Hollingsworth Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Transition?
The graduation rate of Bridges Transition is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bridges Transition?
118 students attend Bridges Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bridges Transition students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridges Transition?
Bridges Transition has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bridges Transition offer ?
Bridges Transition offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridges Transition part of?
Bridges Transition is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Bridges Transition located?
Bridges Transition is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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