Lerna Bridges ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
47 students
Showing 2011–2020. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
White
(19-20)96%
48%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
(19-20)4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
77%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lerna Bridges often compared to?
Lerna Bridgesis often viewed alongside schools like Life Academy, Lerna Taoep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Lerna Bridges?
47 students attend Lerna Bridges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lerna Bridges students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lerna Bridges offer ?
Lerna Bridges offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Lerna Bridges part of?
Lerna Bridges is part of Clk/Cls/Cmbn/Dglas/Edgr/Mltr/Shlb School District.
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