Brookesmith Quest ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-11
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookesmith Quest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-11
Total Students (22-23)
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Brookesmith Quest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#7800 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
35%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
88%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookesmith Quest's ranking?
Brookesmith Quest is ranked #7800 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brookesmith Quest?
26 students attend Brookesmith Quest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Brookesmith Quest students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, and 23% of students are White.
What grades does Brookesmith Quest offer ?
Brookesmith Quest offers enrollment in grades 8-11
What school district is Brookesmith Quest part of?
Brookesmith Quest is part of Brookesmith Independent School District.
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