Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Paul A Brown Alternative Center 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul A Brown Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul A Brown Alternative Center's student population of 183 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Paul A Brown Alternative Center 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 Paul A Brown Alternative Center is 0.48, 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
#8077 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
68%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul A Brown Alternative Center's ranking?
Paul A Brown Alternative Center is ranked #8077 out of 8,096 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul A Brown Alternative Center?
The graduation rate of Paul A Brown Alternative Center is 60-64%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paul A Brown Alternative Center?
183 students attend Paul A Brown Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Paul A Brown Alternative Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul A Brown Alternative Center?
Paul A Brown Alternative Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul A Brown Alternative Center offer ?
Paul A Brown Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paul A Brown Alternative Center part of?
Paul A Brown Alternative Center is part of Beaumont Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul A Brown Alternative Center located?
Paul A Brown Alternative Center is located in the Oaks Historic District neighborhood of Beaumont, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Oaks Historic District.
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