Bridgeway Preparatory Academy

Bridgeway Preparatory Academy is the sole elementary public charter school in this analysis, serving students in Dallas, Texas. Despite its diverse student population, the school has consistently struggled with low academic performance, ranking in the bottom 10% of Texas elementary schools. With a high percentage of students from low-income families, Bridgeway Preparatory Academy faces unique challenges in providing the necessary resources and support to help its students succeed.

Academically, Bridgeway Preparatory Academy's STAAR test scores lag behind the state averages, with proficiency rates ranging from 13.33% in 3rd grade reading to 50% in 5th grade reading, compared to state averages of 48.85% and 53.96%, respectively. The school's performance in mathematics and science also falls short of the state benchmarks. This persistent academic underperformance has resulted in the school receiving a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three school years.

The data also reveals that Bridgeway Preparatory Academy serves a diverse student population, with 38.46% African American, 38.46% Hispanic, 11.97% White, 9.4% Asian, 0.85% Native American, and 0.85% two or more races. However, a significant portion of the student body, 69.23%, is eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high percentage of students from low-income families. The school's spending per student, at approximately $10,800, raises questions about the adequacy of funding and the effective allocation of resources to support student learning and school improvement efforts.