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#131 of 240 schools in DC
Bridges Pcs
Elementary School · Bridges PCS
100 GALLATIN STREET NE, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#131 of 240
In Washington
#131 of 240
public schools
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Bridges Pcs
Bridges Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Bridges PCS. Bridges Pcs serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Bridges Pcs show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
What's said publicly about Bridges Pcs
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- This school 6.1 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bridges Pcs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Bridges Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bridges Pcs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Bridges Pcs — Students at Bridges Pcs score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 18 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Bridges Pcs Compares
See how Bridges Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 GALLATIN STREET NE, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridges Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sela PCS (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DC Bilingual PCS (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Roots PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Rocketship PCS - Infinity Community Prep Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Social Justice PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CHRISTIAN FAMILY MONTESSORI Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| KIROV ACADEMY OF WASHINGTON D.C. Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| KENNEDY INSTITUTE Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.0 |
| Browne Education Campus Washington, DC | 6.2 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Truesdell ES Washington, DC | 5.9 |
Compare Bridges Pcs with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareBridges Pcs vs DC Bilingual PCSWashington, DC Peer score 8.3/10 +2.2 vs Bridges Pcs
- CompareBridges Pcs vs Roots PCSWashington, DC Peer score 5.0/10 -1.1 vs Bridges Pcs
- CompareBridges Pcs vs Hearst ESWashington, DC Peer score 9.4/10 +3.3 vs Bridges Pcs
- CompareBridges Pcs vs Thomson ESWashington, DC Peer score 7.0/10 +0.9 vs Bridges Pcs
- CompareBridges Pcs vs Key ESWashington, DC Peer score 8.1/10 +2.0 vs Bridges Pcs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridges Pcs
What grades does Bridges Pcs serve?
Bridges Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bridges Pcs?
Bridges Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridges Pcs is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bridges Pcs rank in DC?
Bridges Pcs ranks #131 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Bridges Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Bridges Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bridges Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridges Pcs has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Bridges Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Bridges Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bridges Pcs a Title I school?
No, Bridges Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (202) 545-0515
Resources & Links
District
Bridges PCS- District Enrollment
- 365
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,237
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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