Bridges serves 25 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 32% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
28%
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bridges?
25 students attend Bridges.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bridges students are White, 28% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Bridges offer ?
Bridges offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Bridges part of?
Bridges is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
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