Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bridlemile Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridlemile Elementary School serves the southern part of Portland, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridlemile Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridlemile Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridlemile Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridlemile Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#22 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridlemile Elementary School's ranking?
Bridlemile Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Bridlemile Elementary School often compared to?
Bridlemile Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayhurst Elementary School, Rieke Elementary School, Ainsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Bridlemile Elementary School?
418 students attend Bridlemile Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bridlemile Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridlemile Elementary School?
Bridlemile Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridlemile Elementary School offer ?
Bridlemile Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridlemile Elementary School part of?
Bridlemile Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridlemile Elementary School located?
Bridlemile Elementary School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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