Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bridgeway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Bridgeway Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgeway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeway Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
27%
15%
White
40%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeway Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgeway Elementary School is ranked #1130 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bridgeway Elementary School often compared to?
Bridgeway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pattonville Heights Middle School, Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bridgeway Elementary School?
456 students attend Bridgeway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bridgeway Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgeway Elementary School?
Bridgeway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeway Elementary School offer ?
Bridgeway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bridgeway Elementary School part of?
Bridgeway Elementary School is part of Pattonville R-III School District.
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