Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bridger Elementary 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 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- 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 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bridger Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridger Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
5%
3%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridger Elementary School's ranking?
Bridger Elementary 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 Elementary School often compared to?
Bridger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Science School, 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 Elementary School?
329 students attend Bridger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bridger Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridger Elementary School?
Bridger Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridger Elementary School offer ?
Bridger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bridger Elementary School part of?
Bridger Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridger Elementary School located?
Bridger Elementary School is located in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Montavilla.
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