Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breeden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Breeden Elementary serves the northeast part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breeden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Breeden Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Breeden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breeden Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1509 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breeden Elementary School's ranking?
Breeden Elementary School is ranked #1509 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Breeden Elementary School?
511 students attend Breeden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Breeden Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breeden Elementary School?
Breeden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Breeden Elementary School offer ?
Breeden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Breeden Elementary School part of?
Breeden Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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