Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brentwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brentwood Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brentwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#350 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brentwood Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brentwood Elementary School often compared to?
Brentwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gullett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brentwood Elementary School?
553 students attend Brentwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brentwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentwood Elementary School?
Brentwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brentwood Elementary School offer ?
Brentwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brentwood Elementary School part of?
Brentwood Elementary School is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Brentwood Elementary School located?
Brentwood Elementary School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2008
I can't say enough about Brentwood. I feel that my children have competent teachers in a warm, nurturing setting. I love that the students are taught to respect others, even others with differences. Plus, the PTA is very involved and growing!
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