Serving 1,271 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bridges Preparatory School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridges Preparatory School's student population of 1,271 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridges Preparatory School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridges Preparatory School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#443 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
13%
31%
White
67%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridges Preparatory School's ranking?
Bridges Preparatory School is ranked #443 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Bridges Preparatory School often compared to?
Bridges Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Bridges Preparatory School is 80%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bridges Preparatory School?
1,271 students attend Bridges Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bridges Preparatory School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridges Preparatory School?
Bridges Preparatory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridges Preparatory School offer ?
Bridges Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridges Preparatory School part of?
Bridges Preparatory School is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridges Preparatory School located?
Bridges Preparatory School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Hollywood, SC.
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