Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Bridges Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Bridges Elementary School serves a small attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 0.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Bridges Elementary School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Bridges Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Bridges Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Bridges Elementary School's ranking?
New Bridges Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Bridges Elementary School often compared to?
New Bridges Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Always Mentally Prepared Charter School, Explore Empower Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Bridges Elementary School?
431 students attend New Bridges Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Bridges Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Bridges Elementary School?
New Bridges Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Bridges Elementary School offer ?
New Bridges Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Bridges Elementary School part of?
New Bridges Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is New Bridges Elementary School located?
New Bridges Elementary School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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