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Bridgewater Elementary School

Elementary School · BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT

1499 INDIAN HOLLOW DRIVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#379 of 719

In Idaho Falls

#18 of 38

public schools

In district

#13 of 24

BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Bridgewater Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Idaho Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bridgewater Elementary School

Bridgewater Elementary School is a public elementary school in Idaho Falls, ID, part of BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT. Bridgewater Elementary School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridgewater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Bridgewater Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,756
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Bridgewater Elementary School — Students at Bridgewater Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
46%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Bridgewater Elementary School Compares

See how Bridgewater Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in ID
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1499 INDIAN HOLLOW DRIVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridgewater Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 0.2 mi 3.5
CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 0.7 mi 6.7
TIEBREAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.0 mi 4.8
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.0 mi 7.9
SNAKE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ammon 1.0 mi 6.0
BONNEVILLE ONLINE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.2 mi 8.0
SUMMIT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.1 mi 8.2
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.2 mi 6.8
TECHNICAL CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.3 mi 6.5
PRAXIUM MASTERY ACADEMY Idaho Falls 1.3 mi
BONNEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.3 mi 6.3
SPECIAL SERVICES CENTER Idaho Falls 1.3 mi
WHITE PINE CHARTER SCHOOL Ammon 1.3 mi 5.4
FALLS VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.2 mi 4.2
TAYLORS CROSSING CHARTER SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.4 mi 7.7
ACORN CHILDRENS ACADEMY Ammon 1.9 mi 5.8
THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.7 mi 6.7
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon 2.4 mi 6.3
HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.0 mi 6.4
BLACK CANYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,870

Median Home Value

$307,700

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

47,170

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

31.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
AMITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 6.3
CRIMSON POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kuna, ID 6.3
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon, ID 6.3
SALMON PIONEER PRIMARY SCHOOL Salmon, ID 6.3
GOODING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gooding, ID 6.2
LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridgewater Elementary School

What grades does Bridgewater Elementary School serve?

Bridgewater Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Bridgewater Elementary School?

Bridgewater Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridgewater Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridgewater Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridgewater Elementary School rank in ID?

Bridgewater Elementary School ranks #379 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Bridgewater Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridgewater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Bridgewater Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridgewater Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bridgewater Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bridgewater Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bridgewater Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bridgewater Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridgewater Elementary School?

48.5% of students at Bridgewater Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bonneville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
13,646
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,756
District Rank
#13 of 24

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