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Bridgeview Elem School

Elementary School · Indian Springs SD 109

7800 S Thomas Ave, Bridgeview, IL 60455

Enrollment

428

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,691 of 3,813

In Bridgeview

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Indian Springs SD 109

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Bridgeview Elem School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Bridgeview · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Bridgeview Elem School

Bridgeview Elem School is a public elementary school in Bridgeview, IL, part of Indian Springs SD 109. Bridgeview Elem School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridgeview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Bridgeview Elem School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Bridgeview Elem School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,573
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Bridgeview Elem School — Students at Bridgeview Elem School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
24%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Bridgeview Elem School Compares

See how Bridgeview Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
56th percentile in IL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

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

7800 S Thomas Ave, Bridgeview, IL 60455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridgeview Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blair Early Childhood Center (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frank A Brodnicki Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Justice), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robina Lyle Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bridgeview, see our Bridgeview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Robina Lyle Elementary School Bridgeview 0.6 mi 6.6
Maddock Elementary School Burbank 0.8 mi 5.7
George T Wilkins Elem School Justice 0.9 mi 6.4
Geo T Wilkins Jr High School Justice 0.9 mi 8.1
Gladness V Player ECC Justice 1.2 mi 5.2
W W Walker Elem School Bedford Park 1.6 mi 4.5
F B Mccord Elem School Burbank 1.3 mi 5.3
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit 1.8 mi 6.6
Dore Elem School Chicago 1.8 mi 4.6
Dorn Elementary School Hickory Hills 1.7 mi 5.0
UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Bridgeview 1.8 mi 5.4
Argo Community High School Summit 1.9 mi 8.3
George W Lieb Elem School Bridgeview 1.8 mi 5.0
Harry E Fry School Burbank 1.5 mi 4.8
Frank A Brodnicki Elem School Justice 1.6 mi 7.1
Edward J Tobin Elem School Burbank 1.7 mi 5.0
Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago 2.1 mi 7.4
Heritage Middle School Summit 2.3 mi 5.3
Otis P Graves Elem School Summit 2.3 mi 5.3
ST PATRICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hickory Hills 2.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,342

Median Home Value

$234,400

Median Rent

$1,139/mo

Population

16,765

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

40.7

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Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch Chicago, IL 6.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridgeview Elem School

What grades does Bridgeview Elem School serve?

Bridgeview Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bridgeview Elem School?

Bridgeview Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridgeview Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridgeview Elem School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridgeview Elem School rank in IL?

Bridgeview Elem School ranks #1,691 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Bridgeview Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridgeview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Bridgeview Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridgeview Elem School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bridgeview Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Bridgeview Elem School a Title I school?

No, Bridgeview Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridgeview Elem School?

55.6% of students at Bridgeview Elem 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

District

Indian Springs SD 109
District Enrollment
2,426
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,573
District Rank
#4 of 6

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