Bridges Academy serves 24 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridges Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bridges Academy's student population of 24 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
12%
7%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
89%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Independence School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Bridges Academy?
The graduation rate of Bridges Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bridges Academy?
24 students attend Bridges Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bridges Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Black.
What grades does Bridges Academy offer ?
Bridges Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Bridges Academy part of?
Bridges Academy is part of Independence School District.
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