For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 434 students in Bridgeton, MO (there are , serving 137 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in Bridgeton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in Bridgeton, MO is Bridgeway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bridgeton, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bridgeton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bridgeton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridgeway Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11635 Oakbury Ct
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 213-8012
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 213-8012
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bridgeton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Bridgeton, MO include Bridgeway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bridgeton?
1 public schools are located in Bridgeton.
What percentage of students in Bridgeton go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in Bridgeton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bridgeton?
Bridgeton public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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