Bridger Jim MS

Bridger Jim MS serves 1,095 students in grades 6-8 in North Las Vegas, with 44 full-time equivalent teachers maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 24.9:1. This regular public middle school is working to support student achievement, with current proficiency rates of 27% in English Language Arts and 16% in mathematics, indicating significant room for academic growth. The school ranks 589th out of 696 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 16th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10.

These metrics reflect the academic challenges facing the school community as educators work to improve student outcomes across all grade levels. Bridger Jim MS serves a diverse community where families face economic challenges, with a median household income of $42,794 and a poverty rate of 27.5% in the surrounding 89030 ZIP code area. The neighborhood has a population of 52,370 residents, with median home values around $222,000.

Only 5% of adults in the area hold bachelor's degrees or higher, highlighting the importance of educational opportunities for local students. The school operates within North Las Vegas's large city environment, providing middle school education in a community where strong academic support and resources could make a meaningful difference in student achievement and future opportunities.

The student-teacher ratio at Bridger Jim MS is 24.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.