Bridge Academy vs SouthSide Elementary Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 641 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bridge Academy
Providence · Public high · Grades 10–12
117 students
SouthSide Elementary Charter
Providence · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
135 students
| Measure | Bridge Academy Providence, Rhode Island | SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 57 | #148 of 172 |
| National rank | #11468 of 16,910 | #43183 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 117 | 135 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 135 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| city | Providence | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 22.7).
- •Bridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 80.7%).
- •SouthSide Elementary Charter does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.7).
- •SouthSide Elementary Charter is the larger school with 135 students compared with 117.
- •Bridge Academy is a public school while SouthSide Elementary Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bridge Academy better than SouthSide Elementary Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Bridge Academy ranks higher (37.9 vs 22.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bridge Academy and SouthSide Elementary Charter?
About 641 m in a straight line, between Providence and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bridge Academy: 117. SouthSide Elementary Charter: 135. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bridge Academy and SouthSide Elementary Charter rank in Rhode Island?
Bridge Academy is 35th of 57 and SouthSide Elementary Charter is 148th of 172 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).