Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bridge Academy East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridge Academy East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bridge Academy East's student population of 581 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Bridge Academy East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Academy East is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1929 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Asian
13%
4%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge Academy East's ranking?
Bridge Academy East is ranked #1929 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bridge Academy East?
581 students attend Bridge Academy East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bridge Academy East students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge Academy East?
Bridge Academy East has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bridge Academy East offer ?
Bridge Academy East offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridge Academy East part of?
Bridge Academy East is part of Bridge Academy School District.
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