Serving 879 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brown Elementary School 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Elementary serves the southwest part of Irving, TX, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown Elementary School's student population of 879 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
879 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#5612 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
6%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Elementary School is ranked #5612 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brown Elementary School?
879 students attend Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Brown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Elementary School?
Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brown Elementary School offer ?
Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brown Elementary School part of?
Brown Elementary School is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brown Elementary School located?
Brown Elementary School is located in the Lamar Brown neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lamar Brown.
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