Serving 273 students in grades 7-8, Bridges Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridges Academy's student population of 273 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Bridges Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridges Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7961 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridges Academy's ranking?
Bridges Academy is ranked #7961 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bridges Academy often compared to?
Bridges Academyis often viewed alongside schools like George V. Leyva Intermediate, Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bridges Academy?
273 students attend Bridges Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bridges Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridges Academy?
Bridges Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bridges Academy offer ?
Bridges Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bridges Academy part of?
Bridges Academy is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Bridges Academy located?
Bridges Academy is located in the Greater Santee neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Santee.
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