Bridges Academy serves 34 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Bridges Academy's student population of 34 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bridges Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. 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
12%
22%
Black
23%
7%
White
59%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
89%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
34 students attend Bridges Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bridges Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
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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