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#164 of 225 private schools in AZ

The Bridge School

School

13185 W THOMAS RD, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#164 of 225

In Goodyear

#5 of 6

public schools

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The Bridge School

5.7/10

School in Goodyear · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Bridge School

The Bridge School is a private school in Goodyear, AZ. The Bridge School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Bridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares0.6 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, The Bridge School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, The Bridge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Bridge School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Bridge School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Goodyear, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
23:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
728
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.2% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
Black 2.5% vs 0%
The Bridge School Goodyear Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Bridge School (this school) 5.7
Eliseo C. Felix School 5.0
Millennium High School 7.9
West-MEC - Millennium High School
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus 7.9
Centerra Mirage STEM Academy 7.0
Incito Schools 5.0
Desert Edge High School 6.2
West-MEC - Desert Edge High School
Wildflower Accelerated Academy 8.2
Desert Thunder 7.3
Desert Star 6.5
Copper Trails 6.1
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear 4.5
Las Brisas Academy 7.8
Estrella Mountain Elementary School 5.7
West-MEC - Estrella Foothills High School
Estrella Foothills High School 6.3
Westar Elementary School 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 29%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 81
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.0%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 6.2%
Black 2.5%
Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

13185 W THOMAS RD, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Bridge School may also want to explore other schools in the area. VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AZ ASPIRE ACADEMY (rated 3.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Goodyear, see our Goodyear schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Valor Preparatory Academy Chandler 0.0 mi 6.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Goodyear 0.1 mi
West-MEC Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale 0.2 mi
Palm Valley Elementary Litchfield Park 0.4 mi 6.7
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella Phoenix 0.6 mi 8.3
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Litchfield Park 0.7 mi 7.0
ST JOHN PAUL II ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 0.8 mi 6.1
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 0.8 mi 5.2
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 0.8 mi 5.8
ST THOMAS AQUINAS GRADE SCHOOL Avondale 0.8 mi 5.8
Corte Sierra Elementary School Litchfield Park 0.9 mi 6.8
AZ ASPIRE ACADEMY Litchfield Park 0.9 mi 3.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Litchfield Park 1.0 mi 6.8
ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Litchfield Park 1.2 mi 7.1
MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear 1.2 mi 6.5
Litchfield Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.3 mi 7.1
VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY Goodyear 1.5 mi 6.4
Wigwam Creek Middle School Litchfield Park 1.7 mi 5.3
ThrivePoint High School at Avondale Glendale 2.0 mi 3.5
Western Sky Middle School Litchfield Park 1.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85395 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,980

Median Home Value

$524,600

Median Rent

$1,912/mo

Population

38,701

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Bridge School

What grades does The Bridge School serve?

The Bridge School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Bridge School?

The Bridge School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Bridge School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Bridge School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Bridge School rank in AZ?

The Bridge School ranks #164 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is The Bridge School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Bridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Bridge School a private school?

Yes, The Bridge School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Bridge School a religious school?

No, The Bridge School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Maricopa County

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