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#549 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 47% in state

Bridge Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Richland 02

121 Bombing Range Road, Elgin, SC 29045

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#549 of 1,176

In Elgin

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#19 of 32

Richland 02

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Bridge Creek Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in Elgin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bookman Road Elementary

7.5/10

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5.0/10

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About Bridge Creek Elementary

Bridge Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Elgin, SC, part of Richland 02. Bridge Creek Elementary serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridge Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Bridge Creek Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,024
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Bridge Creek Elementary — Students at Bridge Creek Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
51%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Bridge Creek Elementary Compares

See how Bridge Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in SC
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

121 Bombing Range Road, Elgin, SC 29045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridge Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Blythewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Blythewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catawba Trail Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bookman Road Elementary Elgin 1.0 mi 7.5
Summit Parkway Middle Columbia 2.0 mi 5.0
North Springs Elementary Columbia 2.2 mi 6.1
Kelly Mill Middle Blythewood 2.3 mi 5.4
Lake Carolina Elementary Lower Campus Blythewood 2.4 mi 9.0
Catawba Trail Elementary Elgin 2.8 mi 7.7
Lake Carolina Elementary Upper Campus Blythewood 2.8 mi 8.1
Ridge View High Columbia 2.9 mi 7.4
LAKE MURRAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia 3.0 mi
Rice Creek Elementary Columbia 3.0 mi 5.4
Spring Valley High Columbia 4.0 mi 7.3
Pontiac Elementary Elgin 4.1 mi 5.6
L. B. Nelson Elementary Columbia 4.3 mi 7.1
Sandlapper Elementary Columbia 4.0 mi 5.8
Leslie M. Stover Middle Elgin 4.1 mi 4.0
Blaney Elementary Elgin 4.3 mi 5.7
Killian Elementary Columbia 4.5 mi 5.6
Blythewood Middle Blythewood 4.6 mi 6.7
PINE GROVE Elgin 4.8 mi 5.0
Longleaf Middle Columbia 4.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,627

Median Home Value

$241,200

Median Rent

$1,318/mo

Population

28,896

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School Batesburg-Leesville, SC 6.5
Broad River Elementary Beaufort, SC 6.5
Hickory Tavern Elementary/Middle Gray Court, SC 6.5
Mathews Elementary Greenwood, SC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridge Creek Elementary

What grades does Bridge Creek Elementary serve?

Bridge Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bridge Creek Elementary?

Bridge Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridge Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridge Creek Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bridge Creek Elementary rank in SC?

Bridge Creek Elementary ranks #549 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Bridge Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridge Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridge Creek Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bridge Creek Elementary a charter school?

No, Bridge Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bridge Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bridge Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridge Creek Elementary?

60.1% of students at Bridge Creek Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Richland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Richland 02
District Enrollment
28,917
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,024
District Rank
#19 of 32

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