Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, The Bridges Academy Alter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Bridges Academy Alter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The Bridges Academy Alter's student population of 57 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
The Bridges Academy Alter ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Bridges Academy Alter is 0.54, 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bridges Academy Alter's ranking?
The Bridges Academy Alter is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Bridges Academy Alter?
The graduation rate of The Bridges Academy Alter is 70-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend The Bridges Academy Alter?
57 students attend The Bridges Academy Alter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of The Bridges Academy Alter students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Bridges Academy Alter?
The Bridges Academy Alter has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Bridges Academy Alter offer ?
The Bridges Academy Alter offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Bridges Academy Alter part of?
The Bridges Academy Alter is part of Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District.
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