Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bright Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bright Academy's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Bright Minds, Bright Futures!
School Rankings
Bright Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bright Academy is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1989 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bright Academy's ranking?
Bright Academy is ranked #1989 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bright Academy often compared to?
Bright Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Boals Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bright Academy?
468 students attend Bright Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Bright Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bright Academy?
Bright Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bright Academy offer ?
Bright Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bright Academy part of?
Bright Academy is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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