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Bridge Gate Community School

School · Bridge Gate Community School

4060 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, OH 43228

Charter

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,613 of 3,441

In Columbus

#97 of 224

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bridge Gate Community School

5.0/10

School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School

6.1/10

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3.4/10

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About Bridge Gate Community School

Bridge Gate Community School is a public school in Columbus, OH, part of Bridge Gate Community School. Bridge Gate Community School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridge Gate Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,613 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bridge Gate Community School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bridge Gate Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Bridge Gate Community School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

88% of students at Bridge Gate Community 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.21 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-36.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,151
Chronic Absenteeism87.6%

Bridge Gate Community School — Students at Bridge Gate Community School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 4.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 8.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
10.9%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Bridge Gate Community School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
87.6%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4060 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, OH 43228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridge Gate Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westside Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School Columbus 0.4 mi 6.1
Eakin Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 3.4
Westside Academy Columbus 0.6 mi 6.2
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 0.9 mi 4.6
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 0.9 mi 3.9
Stiles Family Center Columbus 1.0 mi
Stiles Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.0
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.6
Zenith Academy West Columbus 1.2 mi 6.0
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 3.5
Great Western Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 3.5
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 5.6
Binns Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 4.9
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.6 mi 5.9
Prairie Lincoln Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 4.1
Valleyview Elementary School Columbus 1.9 mi 3.8
Westmoor Middle School Columbus 1.9 mi 3.2
West High School Columbus 1.8 mi 2.8
ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus 1.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,895

Median Home Value

$204,000

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

58,607

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

45.5%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

33.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners -Xenia Xenia, OH 5.1
Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, OH 5.3
Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland, OH 5.3
Toledo Public Schools Virtual Academy Toledo, OH 4.6
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamilton, OH 5.5
Mary B Martin School Cleveland, OH 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridge Gate Community School

What grades does Bridge Gate Community School serve?

Bridge Gate Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Bridge Gate Community School?

Bridge Gate Community School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridge Gate Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridge Gate Community School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridge Gate Community School rank in OH?

Bridge Gate Community School ranks #2,613 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bridge Gate Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridge Gate Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Gate Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridge Gate Community School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Bridge Gate Community School a charter school?

Yes, Bridge Gate Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bridge Gate Community School a Title I school?

No, Bridge Gate Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
87.6%
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Bridge Gate Community School
District Enrollment
218
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,151
District Rank
#1 of 1

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