Louis D. Brandeis High School is a public high school located in San Antonio, Texas. It is part of the Northside Independent School District located in northwest Bexar County.
Serving 2,727 students in grades 9-12, Brandeis High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandeis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brandeis High School's student population of 2,727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Brandeis High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandeis High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#2247 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bronco
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandeis High School's ranking?
Brandeis High School is ranked #2247 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brandeis High School often compared to?
Brandeis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brennan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandeis High School?
The graduation rate of Brandeis High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brandeis High School?
2,727 students attend Brandeis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brandeis High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandeis High School?
Brandeis High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandeis High School offer ?
Brandeis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brandeis High School part of?
Brandeis High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brandeis High School located?
Brandeis High School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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