Needs Improvement
#3594 of 3,778 schools in FL
Based on limited data
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk
Elementary School · POLK
9875 SW 72 STREET, Miami, FL 33173
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,594 of 3,778
In Miami
#274 of 280
public schools
In district
#138 of 155
POLK
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Bridgeprep Academy of Polk
Elementary School in Miami · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bridgeprep Academy of Polk
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of POLK. Bridgeprep Academy of Polk serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridgeprep Academy of Polk has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,594 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bridgeprep Academy of Polk show 31% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk 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.
45% of students at Bridgeprep Academy of Polk were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bridgeprep Academy of Polk — Students at Bridgeprep Academy of Polk score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How Bridgeprep Academy of Polk Compares
See how Bridgeprep Academy of Polk performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9875 SW 72 STREET, Miami, FL 33173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridgeprep Academy of Polk may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Winter Garden), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY FOUR CORNERS (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOREIGN LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Celebration), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTSIDE K-8 SCHOOL Kissimmee | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY Davenport | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HUSKY PREP ACADEMY INC Davenport | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FOUR CORNERS CHARTER SCHOOL Davenport | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKE POINTE ACADEMY Clermont | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BELLA CITTA Bartow | 3.2 mi | 3.1 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY FOUR CORNERS Miami | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| FOUR CORNERS UPPER SCHOOL Davenport | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| RIDGEVIEW GLOBAL STUDIES ACADEMY Davenport | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WATER SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Garden | 5.7 mi | 8.1 |
| WATER SPRING ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 5.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SAWGRASS BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clermont | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CELEBRATION HIGH SCHOOL Celebration | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL Celebration | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
| HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Winter Garden | 7.0 mi | 4.0 |
| PANTHER LAKE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DAVENPORT INC Davenport | 7.4 mi | — |
| CREATION VILLAGE WORLD SCHOOL Celebration | 6.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CELEBRATION K-8 Celebration | 6.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DAVENPORT HIGH SCHOOL Davenport | 7.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,053
Median Home Value
$460,500
Median Rent
$1,935/mo
Population
32,042
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 3.6 |
| HOLLYWOOD CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 3.6 |
| LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shalimar, FL | 3.6 |
| OCHWILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne, FL | 3.6 |
| RODNEY B. COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dade City, FL | 3.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY WELLINGTON K-8 Wellington, FL | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridgeprep Academy of Polk
What grades does Bridgeprep Academy of Polk serve?
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bridgeprep Academy of Polk?
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridgeprep Academy of Polk?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridgeprep Academy of Polk is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bridgeprep Academy of Polk rank in FL?
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk ranks #3,594 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bridgeprep Academy of Polk's MySchoolScout rating?
Bridgeprep Academy of Polk has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Bridgeprep Academy of Polk?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridgeprep Academy of Polk has 31% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Bridgeprep Academy of Polk a charter school?
Yes, Bridgeprep Academy of Polk is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bridgeprep Academy of Polk a Title I school?
No, Bridgeprep Academy of Polk is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridgeprep Academy of Polk?
69.3% of students at Bridgeprep Academy of Polk qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (786) 476-2038
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #138 of 155
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