Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bridges Pcs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridges Pcs's student population of 365 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Bridges Pcs ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridges Pcs is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
51%
19%
Black
44%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
45%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridges Pcs's ranking?
Bridges Pcs is ranked #60 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Bridges Pcs often compared to?
Bridges Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Brightwood Elementary School, Barnard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Bridges Pcs?
365 students attend Bridges Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bridges Pcs students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridges Pcs?
Bridges Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bridges Pcs offer ?
Bridges Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridges Pcs part of?
Bridges Pcs is part of Bridges Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridges Pcs located?
Bridges Pcs is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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