Duluth ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools is a school district based in Duluth, Minnesota. It is also known as Independent School District #709.
The Bridge serves 18 students in grades 12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
 - Grades: 12
 - Enrollment: 18 students
 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
 - Minority Enrollment: 44%
 - Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
 
Top Rankings
The Bridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The Bridge's student population of 18 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Bridge is 0.62, which is  more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Bridge?
18 students attend The Bridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of The Bridge students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Bridge?
The Bridge has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Bridge offer ?
The Bridge offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Bridge part of?
The Bridge is part of Duluth ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is The Bridge located?
The Bridge is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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