At a glance
Reported students
1,122
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
51.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana elementary enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 682 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
454.5
IDEA Bridge: 1,122 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
21.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,179
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
What the reported data says about IDEA Bridge
IDEA Bridge is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Baton Rouge. It is one of 74 current school records connected to East Baton Rouge Parish. NCES reports 1,122 students for 2024–25.
Among 682 elementary schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 430.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.7:1, above the Louisiana median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (70.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.7%). English learners represent 9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking IDEA Bridge
- 1How do the reported 21.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 51.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 78.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White3%
- Hispanic25.7%
- Black70.2%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in East Baton Rouge Parish
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
819 reported students
IDEA Innovation
Elementary · Grades KG–05
797 reported students
Woodlawn Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
658 reported students
Inspire Charter Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
658 reported students
Cedarcrest-Southmoor Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
644 reported students
McKinley Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
628 reported students
Public schools near IDEA Bridge
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City Elementary · Charter · East Baton Rouge Parish | KG–05 | 423 | 0.9 mi |
| GEO Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge Elementary · Charter · GEO Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge | KG–08 | 686 | 1.2 mi |
| Villa del Rey Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 387 | 1.3 mi |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 579 | 1.8 mi |
| LaSalle Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 338 | 2 mi |
| Lanier Elementary School A Redesign School Elementary · Charter · Lanier Charter School | PK–08 | 234 | 2.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about IDEA Bridge
What grades does IDEA Bridge serve?
IDEA Bridge reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in East Baton Rouge Parish.
How many students attend IDEA Bridge?
IDEA Bridge reported 1,122 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 682 Louisiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,179 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at IDEA Bridge?
The calculated ratio is 21.7:1, based on 1,122 students and 51.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Louisiana median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is IDEA Bridge a public, charter, or magnet school?
IDEA Bridge is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of IDEA Bridge students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
78.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is IDEA Bridge in?
IDEA Bridge is part of East Baton Rouge Parish, based in Baton Rouge, LA, which operates 74 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near IDEA Bridge?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City (0.9 mi), GEO Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge (1.2 mi), Villa del Rey Elementary School (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.