Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bridger Creative Science School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridger Creative Science School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bridger Creative Science School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridger Creative Science School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridger Creative Science School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#470 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
66%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridger Creative Science School's ranking?
Bridger Creative Science School is ranked #470 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Bridger Creative Science School often compared to?
Bridger Creative Science Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Bridger Creative Science School?
514 students attend Bridger Creative Science School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bridger Creative Science School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridger Creative Science School?
Bridger Creative Science School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridger Creative Science School offer ?
Bridger Creative Science School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bridger Creative Science School part of?
Bridger Creative Science School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridger Creative Science School located?
Bridger Creative Science School is located in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Montavilla.
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5 6/23/2017
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