Duluth Public Schools is a school district based in Duluth, Minnesota. It is also known as Independent School District #709.
The Bridge serves 25 students in grades 12.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Bridge's student population of 25 students has grown by 108% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Bridge is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
American Indian
8%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
12%
White
52%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Bridge?
25 students attend The Bridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of The Bridge students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does The Bridge offer ?
The Bridge offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Bridge part of?
The Bridge is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is The Bridge located?
The Bridge is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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