Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bridges Transition ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Transition ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bridges Transition's student population of 127 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Transition is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
39%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≤20%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bridges Transition often compared to?
Bridges Transitionis often viewed alongside schools like Hollingsworth Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Transition?
The graduation rate of Bridges Transition is 20%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bridges Transition?
127 students attend Bridges Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bridges Transition students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Bridges Transition offer ?
Bridges Transition offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Bridges Transition part of?
Bridges Transition is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Bridges Transition located?
Bridges Transition is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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