Excellent
#41 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 6% of private schools
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy
School
1350 ALUM CREEK DR, Columbus, OH 43209
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#41 of 713
In Columbus
#6 of 38
public schools
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Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy
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About Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is a private school in Columbus, OH. Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 1.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 1.8:1 students to teachers, Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy compares to 229 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| Berwick Alternative K-8 School | 4.8 |
| South Scioto Academy | 5.5 |
| Fairwood Alternative Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Montrose Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy | 6.2 |
| Moler Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Mason Run High School | 3.3 |
| Special Education Center | 5.8 |
| BCS Online School | — |
| Bexley High School | 8.8 |
| Johnson Park Middle School | 3.4 |
| Bexley Middle School | 8.7 |
| Cassingham Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls | 4.6 |
| Scottwood Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Ohio Avenue Elementary School | 4.0 |
| A+ Arts Academy | 3.6 |
| Livingston Elementary School | 4.4 |
| The Academy for Urban Scholars | 2.3 |
| Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 229 schools. View all schools in Columbus
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OH
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1350 ALUM CREEK DR, Columbus, OH 43209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Special Education Center (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Scioto Academy Columbus | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Berwick Alternative K-8 School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Montrose Elementary School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Columbus | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Moler Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| BCS Online School Columbus | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bexley High School Columbus | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Bexley Middle School Columbus | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER Columbus | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Special Education Center Columbus | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Cassingham Elementary School Columbus | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Mason Run High School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| ST CHARLES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbus | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| The Academy for Urban Scholars Columbus | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,155
Median Home Value
$373,500
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
28,431
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
38.7
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| COLUMBUS TORAH ACADEMY Columbus, OH | 8.3 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOME Cincinnati, OH | 8.6 |
| ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH | 8.2 |
| NIGHTINGALE MONTESSORI Springfield, OH | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy
What grades does Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy serve?
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy?
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is 1.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy rank in OH?
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy ranks #41 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy a private school?
Yes, Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy a religious school?
No, Helping Hands Center Dba Bridgeway Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Gender Split
- 93% M / 7% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (614) 262-7520
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