The Bridge Way School

7360 Jackson St Philadelphia, PA 19136
www.thebridgewayschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • The Bridge Way School in Philadelphia, PA serves 5 students in grades 9 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school setting.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 2:1 with 3 total teachers, supporting a small enrollment size.
  • Approximately 75% of the student body represents students of color, placing the school in the top 20% statewide for diversity among private schools in Pennsylvania.
  • As a Philadelphia city alternative school for grades 9–12, The Bridge Way School offers specialized programming in a co–ed environment.
  • Tuition and acceptance rate details are not specified; the school is part of Philadelphia's urban education landscape with nearby private school options serving wider grade ranges.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Bridge Way School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
5 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Bridge Way School?
The application deadline for The Bridge Way School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,062 for elementary schools and $19,019 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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