Best Schools in Bridgewater, South Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Bridgewater-emery Elementary - 02
Elementary · Bridgewater-emery 30-3. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.6
out of 10
Median Home
$150,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.6
out of 10
Median Home
$150,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bridgewater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridgewater-emery Elementary - 02 | 9.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.6/10
- Median household income
- $64,250
- Median home value
- $150,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bridgewater compares
Median household income
$64k
92% of South Dakota median
About Schools in Bridgewater, South Dakota
Bridgewater, South Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.6 out of 10, schools in Bridgewater perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bridgewater is Bridgewater-emery Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bridgewater is served by 1 school district: Bridgewater-Emery 30-3. These districts collectively serve 342 students.
Bridgewater's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,250. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 159 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.6 |
Schools in Bridgewater
Bridgewater, South Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,250
Median Home Value
$150,600
Median Rent
$719/mo
Population
873
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Bridgewater has a median household income of $64,250. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,600, with a median rent of $719/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bridgewater, South Dakota
How many schools are in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
Bridgewater has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bridgewater is 9.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is Bridgewater-emery Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is Bridgewater-emery Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bridgewater, South Dakota?
Bridgewater is served by 1 school district: Bridgewater-emery 30-3.
What is the education level in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Bridgewater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
The median household income in Bridgewater is approximately $64,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bridgewater is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bridgewater, South Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.