Serving 549 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Bridgewater Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgewater Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgewater Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #136 out of 1,734 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 Spring Creek Elementary School, Greenvale Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Bridgewater Elementary School?
549 students attend Bridgewater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bridgewater Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgewater Elementary School?
Bridgewater Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridgewater Elementary School offer ?
Bridgewater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bridgewater Elementary School part of?
Bridgewater Elementary School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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