Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bryss Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryss Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bryss Academy's student population of 555 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Start with Us. Grow with Us.
School Rankings
Bryss Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryss Academy is 0.00, 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
#1049 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Multiple colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bryss Academy's ranking?
Bryss Academy is ranked #1049 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bryss Academy often compared to?
Bryss Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Innovation - Brownsville, Idea Frontier College Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bryss Academy?
555 students attend Bryss Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bryss Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bryss Academy?
Bryss Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bryss Academy offer ?
Bryss Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bryss Academy part of?
Bryss Academy is part of Raul Yzaguirre Schools For Success.
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