Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brenham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brenham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Brenham Elementary School's student population of 532 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brenham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brenham Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2725 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
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 Brenham Elementary School's ranking?
Brenham Elementary School is ranked #2725 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brenham Elementary School often compared to?
Brenham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alton Elementary School, Krause Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brenham Elementary School?
532 students attend Brenham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Brenham Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brenham Elementary School?
Brenham Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brenham Elementary School offer ?
Brenham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Brenham Elementary School part of?
Brenham Elementary School is part of Brenham Independent School District.
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