Excellent
#32 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 3% in state
Bridlemile Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
4300 SW 47th Dr, Portland, OR 97221
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#19 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#29 of 689
In district
#19 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Bridlemile Elementary School
Bridlemile Elementary School earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.1 out of 10, landing at #32 of 1,226 public schools in Oregon and #29 of 689 Oregon elementary schools. Its 9.9 academic score is the standout driver — the school outperforms 98% of Oregon public schools, a margin that separates it from nearly every other option in the state. The school serves 446 students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
A student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1 sits near the state average, so the results reflect instructional quality rather than unusually small class sizes. A growth score of 9.1 — matching the composite — signals that students here advance beyond expected trajectories year over year, not just from a favorable starting point. Within Portland, Bridlemile ranks 19th out of 148 public schools, placing it in an elite tier within one of Oregon's largest urban school systems.
It operates as a regular public school, making its performance data a clean benchmark against neighborhood elementary schools statewide. Parents comparing Portland elementary options will find few public alternatives that match both its academic ceiling and sustained student growth.
Score Breakdown
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Bridlemile Elementary School — Students at Bridlemile Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Bridlemile Elementary School Compares
See how Bridlemile Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 73.7% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 74% (2019) to 77.9% (2025).
Location
4300 SW 47th Dr, Portland, OR 97221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridlemile Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rieke Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Maplewood Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ainsworth Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hayhurst Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-VERMONT Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN FISHER Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland | 1.0 mi | — |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES PORTLAND Portland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Maplewood Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Montclair Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Raleigh Park Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Raleigh Hills Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CHILD'S VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 2.5 mi | — |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| West Sylvan Middle School Portland | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Capitol Hill Elementary School Portland | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,017
Median Home Value
$789,700
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
13,118
College Educated
78.2%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bridlemile Elementary School has a median household income of $146,017. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $789,700, with a median rent of $1,658/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR | 9.1 |
| Lewis Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.1 |
| Riverdale Grade School Portland, OR | 9.1 |
| Scott Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.1 |
| Winterhaven School Portland, OR | 9.1 |
| Abernethy Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.2 |
Compare Bridlemile Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridlemile Elementary School
What grades does Bridlemile Elementary School serve?
Bridlemile Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bridlemile Elementary School?
Bridlemile Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridlemile Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridlemile Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bridlemile Elementary School rank in OR?
Bridlemile Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Bridlemile Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bridlemile Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bridlemile Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bridlemile Elementary School has 72.6% math proficiency and 76.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bridlemile Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bridlemile Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bridlemile Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bridlemile Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridlemile Elementary School?
17.0% of students at Bridlemile Elementary 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
- Walk Score
- 43 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 36 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 70 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6292
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #19 of 85
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