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#51 of 54 private schools in VT

Bridge School, Inc

Elementary School

1469 EXCHANGE ST, Middlebury, VT 05753

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

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Bridge School, Inc

4.5/10

Elementary School in Middlebury · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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8.0/10

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About Bridge School, Inc

Bridge School, Inc is a private elementary school in Middlebury, VT. Bridge School, Inc serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridge School, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it compares2.0 pts below VT schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Bridge School, Inc 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Bridge School, Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bridge School, Inc 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

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How Bridge School, Inc compares to the 4 public schools in Middlebury, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
357
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.3% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Bridge School, Inc Middlebury Public Avg

All Schools in Middlebury

School Rating
Bridge School, Inc (this school) 4.5
Middlebury ID #4 School 6.2
Middlebury Union High School 8.0
Weybridge Elementary School 9.9
Middlebury Union Middle School 4.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 VT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 942.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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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 VT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.3%
Black 3.3%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1469 EXCHANGE ST, Middlebury, VT 05753

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridge School, Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weybridge Elementary School (rated 9.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beeman Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ripton Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Ripton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middlebury, see our Middlebury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middlebury ID #4 School Middlebury 1.8 mi 6.2
Middlebury Union High School Middlebury 2.1 mi 8.0
Middlebury Union Middle School Middlebury 2.7 mi 4.6
Weybridge Elementary School Middlebury 2.5 mi 9.9
Bingham Memorial School Cornwall 5.5 mi 5.4
Beeman Elementary School New Haven 6.1 mi 9.3
Mt. Abraham Union High School Bristol 7.6 mi 5.7
Salisbury Community School Salisbury 8.4 mi 6.4
Bristol Elementary School Bristol 8.2 mi 7.3
THE RED CEDAR SCHOOL Bristol 8.9 mi 4.1
Ripton Elementary School Ripton 7.2 mi 8.3
NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL, INC Ripton 7.2 mi
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vergennes 9.4 mi 3.9
Vergennes Union High School Vergennes 10.0 mi 6.8
Vergennes Union Elementary School Vergennes 9.9 mi 5.2
Bridport Central School Bridport 8.5 mi 6.9
Otter Creek Academy at Leicester Sudbury and Whiting Whiting 12.5 mi 4.3
Ferrisburgh Central School Ferrisburgh 12.5 mi 4.8
Monkton Central School Monkton 14.4 mi 5.5
Shoreham Elementary School Shoreham 12.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,340

Median Home Value

$383,100

Median Rent

$1,199/mo

Population

11,031

College Educated

55.8%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CHAMPLAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vergennes, VT 3.9
Readsboro Elementary School Readsboro, VT 3.9
Grafton Elementary School Grafton, VT 5.8
COMMUNITY SCHOOLHOUSE Brattleboro, VT
NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL, INC Ripton, VT
OPEN FIELDS SCHOOL Thetford, VT

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridge School, Inc

What grades does Bridge School, Inc serve?

Bridge School, Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Bridge School, Inc?

Bridge School, Inc has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridge School, Inc?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridge School, Inc is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bridge School, Inc rank in VT?

Bridge School, Inc ranks #51 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is Bridge School, Inc's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridge School, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bridge School, Inc a private school?

Yes, Bridge School, Inc 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 Bridge School, Inc a religious school?

No, Bridge School, Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
145 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Addison County

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