Serving 137 students in grades 5-8, Bridgeport Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bridgeport Middle School's student population of 137 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgeport Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
10%
32%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport Middle School's ranking?
Bridgeport Middle School is ranked #616 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Bridgeport Middle School?
137 students attend Bridgeport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bridgeport Middle School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgeport Middle School?
Bridgeport Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Bridgeport Middle School offer ?
Bridgeport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bridgeport Middle School part of?
Bridgeport Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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