Serving 386 students in grades 3-5, Brandon Elementary 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon Elementary serves the northern part of Lufkin, TX, covering an area of approximately 46.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 10.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brandon Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandon Elementary School 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 Brandon Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2392 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Elementary School's ranking?
Brandon Elementary School is ranked #2392 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brandon Elementary School?
386 students attend Brandon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Brandon Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Elementary School?
Brandon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandon Elementary School offer ?
Brandon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Brandon Elementary School part of?
Brandon Elementary School is part of Lufkin Independent School District.
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