What grades does Bridge Elem School serve?

Bridge Elem School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Chicago area.

Where is Bridge Elem School located?

Bridge Elem School is a urban school in Chicago, IL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridge Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridge Elem School is 15.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Chicago, IL?

Schools in Chicago include Bridge Elem School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Chicago area.

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Bridge Elem School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Chicago, Illinois|Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

Chicago, IL 60634

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Wed

2pm Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

2pm Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

No School- Teacher PD DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Sep

Sat

Professional Development DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Sep

Wed

2pm Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

2pm Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

1,112

Student:Teacher

15.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

Phone

(773)534-3718

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

28%

43th percentile in IL

Math Proficiency

23%

46th percentile in IL

Chronic Absenteeism

7.6%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,506

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,699

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$14,255

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$27,162

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 28%Local 56%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$338,685

+4.0% 1yr+32.7% 5yr

Chicago, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.2%

Below 150% poverty line

7.5%

Unemployment rate

9.0%

Uninsured residents

12.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

52,858

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

48,906

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

19,942 (41%)

Autism

7,811 (16%)

Other Health Impairment

5,776 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

3,964 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

3,194 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

1,693 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,100

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 16, 2026

2pm Dismissal

half_day

Wed, Sep 23, 2026

2pm Dismissal

half_day

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

No School- Teacher PD Day

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Bridge Elem School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	No School- Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	Professional Development DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School- Indigenous People HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	No School- Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	THANKSGIVING BREAK - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Preschool & Community Leaders BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Books for BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	WB Special Holiday Assembly District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School- Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School- MLK DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	2pm Dismissal - Staff & StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School- President's DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Feb 23, 2027	No School- Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	No School- Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	APRIL BREAK - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	2pm Dismissal - Staff & StudentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School- Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 23, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Jun 30, 2027	2pm DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—