Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan serves 121 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan's student population of 121 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan?
The graduation rate of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan is 11-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan?
121 students attend Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan students are Black, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan?
Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan offer ?
Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan part of?
Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan is part of Bridge Academy Of Southwest Michigan School District.
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