Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bridgeport Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgeport Elementary School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Inspiring excellence in every student, every day.
School Rankings
Bridgeport Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1397 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
37%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgeport Elementary School is ranked #1397 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bridgeport Elementary School?
265 students attend Bridgeport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bridgeport Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeport Elementary School?
Bridgeport Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeport Elementary School offer ?
Bridgeport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgeport Elementary School part of?
Bridgeport Elementary School is part of Upper Merion Area School District.
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