At a glance
Reported students
1,641
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
109
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey high enrollment
86th percentile
Compared with 464 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
640
Bridgeton High School: 1,641 reported students.
State peer staffing position
90th percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 12.1:1. 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
- 1,541
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
What the reported data says about Bridgeton High School
Bridgeton High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Bridgeton. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Bridgeton City School District. NCES reports 1,641 students for 2024–25.
Among 464 high schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 783 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 86th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, above the New Jersey median of 12.1:1 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 Hispanic or Latino (78.1%) and Black (17.5%). English learners represent 12.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Bridgeton High School
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 109 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 9 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
- 12.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 91.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 9
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White3%
- Hispanic78.1%
- Black17.5%
- Asian0.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.1%
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
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
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 Bridgeton City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Broad Street School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
784 reported students
Quarter Mile Lane School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
693 reported students
Buckshutem Road School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
653 reported students
Indian Ave School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
627 reported students
West Avenue School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
528 reported students
Cherry Street School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
522 reported students
Public schools near Bridgeton High School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Avenue School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 528 | 0.3 mi |
| Broad Street School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 784 | 0.5 mi |
| Quarter Mile Lane School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | PK–08 | 693 | 1.3 mi |
| Indian Ave School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 627 | 1.4 mi |
| Cumberland Regional High School High · Cumberland Regional School District | 09–12 | 1,161 | 2.9 mi |
| Arthur P. Schalick High School High · Pittsgrove Township School District | 09–12 | 482 | 7.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Bridgeton High School
What grades does Bridgeton High School serve?
Bridgeton High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Bridgeton City School District.
How many students attend Bridgeton High School?
Bridgeton High School reported 1,641 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 86th percentile among 464 New Jersey high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,541 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Bridgeton High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 1,641 students and 109 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 12.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Bridgeton High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Bridgeton High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Bridgeton City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Bridgeton High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
91.6% 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 Bridgeton High School in?
Bridgeton High School is part of Bridgeton City School District, based in Bridgeton, NJ, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Bridgeton High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Avenue School (0.3 mi), Broad Street School (0.5 mi), Quarter Mile Lane School (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.