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#136 of 186 private schools in OR
Bridges Middle School
Middle School
2510 SW 1ST AVE, Portland, OR 97201
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#136 of 186
In Portland
#47 of 55
public schools
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Bridges Middle School
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About Bridges Middle School
Bridges Middle School is a private middle school in Portland, OR. Bridges Middle School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Bridges Middle School 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Bridges Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bridges Middle School 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 Bridges Middle School compares to 133 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridges Middle School (this school) | 5.6 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science | 8.0 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Abernethy Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Emerson School | 7.6 |
| Winterhaven School | 9.5 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center | 8.1 |
| Buckman Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Gray Middle School | 8.8 |
| Hosford Middle School | 8.7 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School | 9.7 |
| Rieke Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School | 9.6 |
| da Vinci Middle School | 7.5 |
| Chapman Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Grout Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School | 9.3 |
| Bridlemile Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School | 8.2 |
| Irvington Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Richmond Elementary School | 8.4 |
Showing 20 of 133 schools. View all schools in Portland
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 OR.
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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 OR
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
2510 SW 1ST AVE, Portland, OR 97201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridges Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rieke Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winterhaven School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abernethy Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Portland | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Portland | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PORTLAND CHINESE SCHOOL Portland | 0.6 mi | 1.8 |
| ST JAMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Portland | 0.8 mi | — |
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| URBAN ED ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHWEST ACADEMY Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Emerson School Portland | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln High School Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Abernethy Elementary School Portland | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Winterhaven School Portland | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| VENN ACADEMY Portland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 2.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Buckman Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,074
Median Home Value
$648,400
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
17,229
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wallowa Middle School Wallowa, OR | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridges Middle School
What grades does Bridges Middle School serve?
Bridges Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Bridges Middle School?
Bridges Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridges Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bridges Middle School rank in OR?
Bridges Middle School ranks #136 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Bridges Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bridges Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bridges Middle School a private school?
Yes, Bridges Middle School 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 Bridges Middle School a religious school?
No, Bridges Middle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 81% M / 19% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 157 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 688-2922
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