Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bridgewater Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgewater Elementary serves the southwest part of Northfield, MN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 45.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-15 minutes from various points within the area. The furthest edge of the zone is about 10.1 miles from the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgewater 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
Bridgewater Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Delivering educational excellence that empowers all learners to participate in our dynamic world.
School Rankings
Bridgewater Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgewater Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#172 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgewater Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgewater Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bridgewater Elementary School often compared to?
Bridgewater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenvale Park Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Bridgewater Elementary School?
564 students attend Bridgewater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bridgewater Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgewater Elementary School?
Bridgewater Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgewater Elementary School offer ?
Bridgewater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgewater Elementary School part of?
Bridgewater Elementary School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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