ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY 

The city was originally named Prairie View, as it was located on the coastal grasslands of the upper Texas coastline. But in 1938, the Port Arthur-Orange Bridge (now known as the Rainbow Bridge) was built, and the unincorporated area took on the name "Bridge City". After several previous attempts, the city incorporated in 1970.

The city of Bridge City earned  its name from the fact that one has to cross a bridge to enter the city from any direction.

Our population is approximately  8,000 according to the most recent United States census estimates. We are the 271st largest city in Texas based on official estimates from the US Census Bureau.

The overall median age of our citizens is 33.6 years with an average income of $74,118. 

Bridge City is a great place to live and raise a family. We are proud of our home and consider our city to be the best in Texas!

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT

BCISD is a PK-12 school district led by Dr. Mike Kelly, Superintendent. 

We have 4 campuses: BCE PK-2, BCI 3-5, BCMS 6-8, and BCHS 9-12.

Our total enrollment is approximately 3,200 students.  

Our school mascot is the Cardinal and our school colors are red and white. 

 On Fridays we wear RED!!

PORTRAIT OF A CARDINAL LEADER