Bridgman High School is a public high school located in Bridgman, Michigan. It is part of the Bridgman Public Schools district.
Serving 239 students in grades 9-12, Bridgman High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgman High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 19.6 square miles in Bridgman, MI. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bridgman High School's student population of 239 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridgman High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgman High School is 0.27, 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
#119 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgman High School's ranking?
Bridgman High School is ranked #119 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bridgman High School often compared to?
Bridgman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridgman High School?
The graduation rate of Bridgman High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Bridgman High School?
239 students attend Bridgman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bridgman High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgman High School?
Bridgman High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bridgman High School offer ?
Bridgman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgman High School part of?
Bridgman High School is part of Bridgman School District.
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