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Bridgeway Elem.

Elementary School · PATTONVILLE R-III

11635 OAKBURY CT, Bridgeton, MO 63044

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,262 of 2,221

In district

#5 of 9

PATTONVILLE R-III

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bridgeway Elem.

6.1/10

Elementary School in Bridgeton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bridgeway Elem.

Bridgeway Elem. is a public elementary school in Bridgeton, MO, part of PATTONVILLE R-III. Bridgeway Elem. serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridgeway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,262 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Bridgeway Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,871
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Bridgeway Elem. — Students at Bridgeway Elem. score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
47.2%
2025
Math
47.6%
ELA
44.8%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Bridgeway Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in MO
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

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

11635 OAKBURY CT, Bridgeton, MO 63044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridgeway Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSE ACRES ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Maryland Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Maryland Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bridgeton, see our Bridgeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights 0.8 mi 6.9
PARKWOOD ELEM. Maryland Heights 0.8 mi 5.6
TRADITIONAL SCH. Maryland Heights 1.3 mi 7.0
PATTONVILLE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Maryland Heights 1.5 mi 4.5
PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis 1.3 mi
HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann 1.4 mi 7.0
ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann 1.8 mi 5.6
PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH Maryland Heights 1.9 mi 6.9
ROSE ACRES ELEM. Maryland Heights 1.9 mi 8.1
HOECH MIDDLE St. Ann 2.2 mi 6.6
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF GREATER ST LOUIS St. Louis 2.8 mi 7.4
BUDER ELEM. St. Ann 2.6 mi 7.5
WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood 3.0 mi 1.9
GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood 2.8 mi 5.2
MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights 2.8 mi 7.1
WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood 3.3 mi 5.3
MARION ELEM. St. Louis 3.2 mi 4.6
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis 2.9 mi 3.9
WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur 3.8 mi 5.0
IVELAND ELEM. St. Louis 3.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,094

Median Home Value

$232,200

Median Rent

$1,093/mo

Population

10,510

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridgeway Elem.

What grades does Bridgeway Elem. serve?

Bridgeway Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bridgeway Elem.?

Bridgeway Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridgeway Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridgeway Elem. is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridgeway Elem. rank in MO?

Bridgeway Elem. ranks #1,262 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bridgeway Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bridgeway Elem. 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 Bridgeway Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridgeway Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bridgeway Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Bridgeway Elem. a Title I school?

No, Bridgeway Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridgeway Elem.?

44.2% of students at Bridgeway Elem. 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

PATTONVILLE R-III
District Enrollment
6,128
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,871
District Rank
#5 of 9

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