Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bright Academy 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bright Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bright Academy's student population of 468 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Bright Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bright Academy is 0.76, which is more 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
#2552 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Bright Academy's ranking?
Bright Academy is ranked #2552 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bright Academy often compared to?
Bright Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Boals Elementary School, Tadlock Elementary School, Shawnee Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bright Academy?
468 students attend Bright Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Bright Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bright Academy?
Bright Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bright Academy offer ?
Bright Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bright Academy part of?
Bright Academy is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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