Serving 1,100 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridge Elementary School's student population of 1,100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Bridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1880 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Bridge Elementary School is ranked #1880 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dever Elementary School 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 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bridge Elementary School?
1,100 students attend Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge Elementary School?
Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bridge Elementary School part of?
Bridge Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Bridge Elementary School located?
Bridge Elementary School is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunning.
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