Brownwood High School is a public high school located in Brownwood, Texas, United States. It is part of the Brownwood Independent School District located in central Brown County, and is classified as a 4A school by the UIL. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 935 students in grades 9-12, Brownwood High 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 39% (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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownwood High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brownwood school district, covering approximately 139.9 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownwood High School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
935 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Focus on excellence in academics, community service, character, fine arts, and athletics.
School Rankings
Brownwood High 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 Brownwood High School is 0.59, 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
#5024 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownwood High School's ranking?
Brownwood High School is ranked #5024 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brownwood High School often compared to?
Brownwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Brownwood High School?
The graduation rate of Brownwood High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brownwood High School?
935 students attend Brownwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Brownwood High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownwood High School?
Brownwood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brownwood High School offer ?
Brownwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brownwood High School part of?
Brownwood High School is part of Brownwood Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I was bullied severely when I attended that school district years ago and nothing was done because the kids that did it were either football player, kids of well off parents or teacher's kids. It has taken me years to heal those emotional and mental scars.
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