Special education middle school in Portland, OR serving grades 5-8 with 7:1 ratio and individualized learning support
Bridges Middle School, Oregon's only middle school for students with learning differences, serves grades 5–8 in downtown Portland. With 64 students and an average class size of 12, the school offers individualized academics, social skills training, and therapeutic support to build confidence for high school and community success.
Staffed by seven teachers, 80% holding advanced degrees, Bridges emphasizes effective individualized instruction over traditional pacing. Students develop self-advocacy and social skills across reading, writing, science, social studies, and mathematics, ensuring positive emotional growth in a safe, non-bullying environment.
Admissions are rolling with a February 1st deadline, accepting 50% of applicants. Tuition is $26,750 annually, with payment plans and financial aid available for 35% of students, averaging a $13,000 grant. As a nonsectarian member of the National Association of Independent Schools and Cognia, Bridges provides a structured yet flexible path for special needs students.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades5-8
Students64
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$26,750
Fin. Aid35% receive aid
Est.1998
DeadlineFeb. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Cognia
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $26,750 |
| Tuition Notes | Payment plans and Financial Aid are available. |
| Total Students | 64 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 5-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Beven Byrnes |
| Admissions Associate | Karen Pane |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 50 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 35 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $13,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 11 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
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