Lerna Bridges ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
White
(19-20)96%
48%
Two or more races
(19-20)4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
27%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Lerna Bridges?
47 students attend Lerna Bridges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lerna Bridges students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lerna Bridges offer ?
Lerna Bridges offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Lerna Bridges part of?
Lerna Bridges is part of Clk/Cls/Cmbn/Dglas/Edgr/Mltr/Shlb School District.
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