Bridge City Independent School District is a public school district based in Bridge City, Texas, United States. In addition to Bridge City, the district serves a portion of West Orange and portions of Orange and Port Arthur. The district operates one high school, Bridge City High School.
Serving 942 students in grades 9-12, Bridge City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridge City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bridge City High School's student population of 942 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The Best in Texas
School Rankings
Bridge City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge City High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4155 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
71%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge City High School's ranking?
Bridge City High School is ranked #4155 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bridge City High School often compared to?
Bridge City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orangefield High School, Lit Cypr-mrceville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridge City High School?
The graduation rate of Bridge City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bridge City High School?
942 students attend Bridge City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bridge City High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridge City High School?
Bridge City High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridge City High School offer ?
Bridge City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bridge City High School part of?
Bridge City High School is part of Bridge City Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 8/20/2019
This school is a good place to learn and a decent place to go to school. This community, on the other hand, is one of the worst I've been a part of, with no support to their children who want to explore creativity, and no understanding that not everyone is born with money or talent makes this community a crushing weight on anyone who can't afford a big house or car. On the outside, it looks like ideal suburbia, but in reality, it is a judgemental institution with no understanding of individuality or hardship.
5 11/22/2011
Bridge City School district has helped my boys tremendously. Previously enrolled in west orange i moved to Bridge City just to get my kids away from that school. My youngest son has dyslexia and had alot of anger issues. My oldest son just didnt care. Both of my boys have went from straight F students to A and B honor roll. Thanks Bridge City Intermediate and Middle school. You have the most fantastic teachers and faculty around.
5 11/4/2007
Bridge City Middle School is a wonderful school. I am a student in the eighth grade and I have been in Bridge City for probly over ten years. The teachers are very deticated to what they do and teach very well. I highly recommend this school!
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