Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bridgedale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bridgedale Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Teamwork and trust for transformation and thinking
School Rankings
Bridgedale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgedale Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
65%
11%
Black
18%
42%
White
14%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgedale Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgedale Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bridgedale Elementary School often compared to?
Bridgedale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rudolph Matas School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bridgedale Elementary School?
491 students attend Bridgedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bridgedale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgedale Elementary School?
Bridgedale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgedale Elementary School offer ?
Bridgedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgedale Elementary School part of?
Bridgedale Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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