Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brewster 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brewster Elementary serves the northern part of Edinburg, TX, covering an extensive area of approximately 551.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 34.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brewster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brewster Elementary School's student population of 332 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brewster Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brewster Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. 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 Brewster Elementary School's ranking?
Brewster Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brewster Elementary School?
332 students attend Brewster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brewster Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brewster Elementary School?
Brewster Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brewster Elementary School offer ?
Brewster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brewster Elementary School part of?
Brewster Elementary School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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