Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bridle Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridle Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridle Ridge Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridle Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridle Ridge Elementary School is 0.30, which is less 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
#745 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
83%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridle Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Bridle Ridge Elementary School is ranked #745 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bridle Ridge Elementary School?
416 students attend Bridle Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bridle Ridge Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridle Ridge Elementary School?
Bridle Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridle Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Bridle Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bridle Ridge Elementary School part of?
Bridle Ridge Elementary School is part of Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District.
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