Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bridgeport Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bridgeport Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Burgundy and Silver
School Motto
To Activate and Accelerate Student Learning.
School Rankings
Bridgeport Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1553 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
47%
14%
White
17%
62%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgeport Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Bridgeport Elementary School often compared to?
Bridgeport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Hill Elementary School, Brook Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Bridgeport Elementary School?
692 students attend Bridgeport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bridgeport Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeport Elementary School?
Bridgeport Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bridgeport Elementary School offer ?
Bridgeport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgeport Elementary School part of?
Bridgeport Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridgeport Elementary School located?
Bridgeport Elementary School is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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