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Bridges School
High School · Carteret County Public Schools
140 Vashti Dr, Morehead City, NC 28557
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bridges School
Bridges School is a public high school in Morehead City, NC, part of the Carteret County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,753, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, Bridges School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1, Bridges School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Address
- 140 Vashti Dr, Morehead City, NC 28557
- Phone
- (252) 808-3040
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
140 Vashti Dr, Morehead City, NC 28557
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridges School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Carteret High (rated 6.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Beaufort). Another option is Croatan High (rated 6.2/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Newport). Additionally, West Carteret High (rated 5.0/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Morehead City, see our Morehead City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Carteret High Morehead City | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Morehead City Primary Morehead City | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHRIST. ACADEMY Morehead City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Morehead City Middle Morehead City | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| A SEA OF LEARNING Morehead City | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ST EGBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morehead City | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Newport Middle Newport | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Newport Elementary Newport | 5.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport | 7.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Broad Creek Middle Newport | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort | 8.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Beaufort Middle Beaufort | 8.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Tiller School Beaufort | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Croatan High Newport | 9.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport | 9.3 mi | 9.0 |
| East Carteret High Beaufort | 9.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock | 11.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Havelock High Havelock | 11.5 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,753
Median Home Value
$331,800
Median Rent
$1,143/mo
Population
15,355
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
48.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bridges School has a median household income of $67,753. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $331,800, with a median rent of $1,143/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridges School
What grades does Bridges School serve?
Bridges School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bridges School?
Bridges School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridges School is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bridges School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bridges School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bridges School a charter school?
No, Bridges School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bridges School a Title I school?
No, Bridges School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridges School?
76.9% of students at Bridges 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,434/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Morehead City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Carteret County
- Phone
- (252) 808-3040
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Carteret County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,846
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