Summary:
The two elementary schools in zip code 76426, serving the Bridgeport, TX area, are Bridgeport Elementary (grades PK-2) and Bridgeport Intermediate (grades 3-5), both part of the Bridgeport Independent School District (Isd), which is ranked in the bottom quarter of Texas districts.
Comparing the two schools, Bridgeport Intermediate stands out for its critically low academic performance, with state test scores in reading, math, and science falling far below state averages. For example, only 20% of 5th graders were proficient in math, and just 8% were proficient in science. The school’s state ranking has dropped sharply over the past three years, now sitting in the 4th percentile. In contrast, Bridgeport Elementary serves younger students and has a higher rate of economic disadvantage, with 74% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, compared to 68% at the intermediate school. Both schools maintain reasonable student-teacher ratios (16:1 at the elementary and 14.6:1 at the intermediate) and spend over $10,900 per student, yet these resources are not translating into strong academic outcomes.
A key takeaway is the apparent "performance cliff" between the early grades and tested grades, suggesting foundational skills may not be adequately developed. While there is a slight improvement in 3rd grade reading scores, the overall trend is deeply concerning, especially in math and science. For parents, this means that while the district invests in reasonable class sizes and spending, the academic results at Bridgeport Intermediate indicate a need for significant intervention. The high poverty rate across both schools is an important context, but the data clearly shows that current instructional strategies are not meeting the needs of students in grades 3-5.
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