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#67 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 4% in state

Bridge

Elementary School · Lexington

55 Middleby Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

Enrollment

365

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#67 of 1,793

In Lexington

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Lexington

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bridge

9.2/10

Elementary School in Lexington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.6/10

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9.5/10

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About Bridge

Bridge is a public elementary school in Lexington, MA, part of Lexington. Bridge serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Bridge show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.4 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,005
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Bridge — Students at Bridge score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
75.3%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
74.3%
ELA
72.5%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
67.3%
2023
Math
79%
ELA
80.3%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2025
Math
73.3%
ELA
76%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Bridge Compares

See how Bridge performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
96th percentile in MA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Location

55 Middleby Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph Estabrook (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bowman (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Maria Hastings (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Maria Hastings Lexington 0.7 mi 8.8
Lexington High Lexington 0.7 mi 9.3
Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington 0.9 mi 9.3
COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington 1.3 mi 5.0
COTTING SCHOOL Lexington 1.3 mi 7.1
Lexington Children's Place Lexington 1.3 mi 6.8
MEADOWRIDGE PELHAM ACADEMY Lexington 1.4 mi
Bowman Lexington 1.7 mi 9.5
Wm Diamond Middle Lexington 1.9 mi 8.7
FUSE SCHOOL Lexington 2.0 mi
Fiske Lexington 1.9 mi 7.2
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 1.7 mi 8.3
OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham 2.1 mi 6.9
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham 2.4 mi 7.9
NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington 2.0 mi 6.1
LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington 2.1 mi 7.8
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 2.2 mi 6.4
Northeast Elementary School Waltham 2.6 mi 6.0
Joseph Estabrook Lexington 2.8 mi 9.6
John F Kennedy Middle Waltham 2.9 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$212,843

Median Home Value

$1,147,700

Median Rent

$2,847/mo

Population

17,798

College Educated

84.7%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

47.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridge

What grades does Bridge serve?

Bridge serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bridge?

Bridge has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridge?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridge is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridge rank in MA?

Bridge ranks #67 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bridge's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Bridge?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridge has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bridge a charter school?

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

Is Bridge a Title I school?

No, Bridge is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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How does Bridge stack up?

Joseph Estabrook
9.6
Bowman
9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

District

Lexington
District Enrollment
6,805
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,005
District Rank
#5 of 10

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