Serving 1,062 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridgeway Island Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgeway Island Elementary serves the southern part of West Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeway Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridgeway Island Elementary School's student population of 1,062 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,062 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Bees
School Rankings
Bridgeway Island Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeway Island Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2370 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
BasketballVolley Ball
School Mascot
Bee
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeway Island Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgeway Island Elementary School is ranked #2370 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bridgeway Island Elementary School often compared to?
Bridgeway Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bridgeway Island Elementary School?
1,062 students attend Bridgeway Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Bridgeway Island Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeway Island Elementary School?
Bridgeway Island Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bridgeway Island Elementary School offer ?
Bridgeway Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bridgeway Island Elementary School part of?
Bridgeway Island Elementary School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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