Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
39%
15%
White
25%
39%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity's ranking?
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity is ranked #779 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity?
298 students attend Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity students are Black, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity?
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity offer ?
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity part of?
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity is part of New York City Geographic District #13.
In what neighborhood is Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity located?
Bridges A School For Exploration And Equity is located in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Downtown Brooklyn.
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