Serving 251 students in grades 9-12, College Bridge 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Bridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
College Bridge Academy's student population of 251 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
College Bridge Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of College Bridge Academy is 0.38, 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
#9064 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 College Bridge Academy's ranking?
College Bridge Academy is ranked #9064 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of College Bridge Academy?
The graduation rate of College Bridge Academy is 50-54%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend College Bridge Academy?
251 students attend College Bridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of College Bridge Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of College Bridge Academy?
College Bridge Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does College Bridge Academy offer ?
College Bridge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is College Bridge Academy part of?
College Bridge Academy is part of College Bridge Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is College Bridge Academy located?
College Bridge Academy is located in the California Heights neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in California Heights.
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