Bridgeport High School is a public high school located in the city of Bridgeport, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Bridgeport Independent School District located in west central Wise County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 674 students in grades 9-12, Bridgeport 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: BRIDGEPORT H S's attendance zone covers the entire Bridgeport, TX school district, encompassing approximately 145.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the edge and a maximum of 15.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridgeport High School's student population of 674 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
674 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride in Performance
School Rankings
Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport High School is 0.53, 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
#6438 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport High School's ranking?
Bridgeport High School is ranked #6438 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bridgeport High School often compared to?
Bridgeport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School, Chico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridgeport High School?
The graduation rate of Bridgeport High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Bridgeport High School?
674 students attend Bridgeport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bridgeport High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeport High School?
Bridgeport High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bridgeport High School offer ?
Bridgeport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bridgeport High School part of?
Bridgeport High School is part of Bridgeport Independent School District.
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