El Paso Bridges Academy is the only school specifically for the learning different student, 1st-9th grade.
The teacher/student ratio is 1/7 and each student is individually placed in reading, math and grammar to fit his/her achievement and learning differences.
Social Studies and Science are at grade level. Bridges' fine arts program offers music, art and theater arts.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-9
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,700
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, ADHD and Mild Autism
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
72%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School T-shirt/khaki pants,shorts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,700
Admissions Director
Irma Keys
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: If children do not learn the way we teach, then we must teach them the way they learn.
- Bridges Academy is a full day school for students who learn differently, 1st-9th grade. Bridges specialized programs teach children the way they learn. Programs, methods and strategies are scientifically researched and evidence based. Teachers receive specialized training to meet the learning different needs of our students.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jason Lawless '91 - New York City chef and contributor to the best selling cookbook, Zero Belly Fat Cookbook.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does El Paso Bridges Academy cost?
El Paso Bridges Academy's tuition is approximately $15,700 for private students.
What schools are El Paso Bridges Academy often compared to?
El Paso Bridges Academy is often viewed alongside schools like El Paso Country Day School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from El Paso Bridges Academy?
El Paso Bridges Academy famous alumni include: Jason Lawless '91.
When is the application deadline for El Paso Bridges Academy?
The application deadline for El Paso Bridges Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is El Paso Bridges Academy located?
El Paso Bridges Academy is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 9 other private schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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