6.3public avg / 10

Best Schools in Brenham, Texas

11 schools in the directory · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Last updated: October 2026

Public: 7

Private: 4

Districts: 1

Comparable public avg (6): 6.3/10

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The short answer

The top-rated public schools in Brenham are Alton EL (8.2/10), Brenham H S (7.1/10), and Brenham Middle (6.6/10), among 6 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.

Schools

7 public · 4 private

Avg Score

6.3

6 public schools · out of 10

District

serving the city

Schools

7 public · 4 private

Avg Score

6.3

6 public schools · out of 10

District

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Alton EL

STAAR proficiency rose +3.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Brenham public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Brenham

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (6 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Alton EL	8.2 / 10	Elementary	—	90th
2	Brenham H S	7.1 / 10	High	—	67th
3	Brenham Middle	6.6 / 10	Middle	—	54th
4	Brenham J H	5.5 / 10	Middle	—	29th
5	Krause EL	5.4 / 10	Elementary	—	27th
6	Brenham EL	4.8 / 10	Elementary	—	16th

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About Schools in Brenham, Texas

Brenham, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 7 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

The 6 public schools in this comparison average 6.3 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Alton EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

Brenham is served by 1 school district: BRENHAM ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,865 students.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Alton EL 461 students · Kindergarten–4th	461	Kindergarten–4th	8.2
2	Krause EL 658 students · Pre-K–4th	658	Pre-K–4th	5.4
3	Brenham EL 536 students · Kindergarten–4th	536	Kindergarten–4th	4.8
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Pauls Christian Day SchoolPrivate 94 students · Pre-K–5th	94	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated
2	First Baptist Church SchoolPrivate 152 students · Pre-K–6th	152	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Brenham Middle 712 students · 5th–6th	712	5th–6th	6.6
2	Brenham J H 744 students · 7th–8th	744	7th–8th	5.5

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Brenham H S 1,560 students · 9th–12th	1,560	9th–12th	7.1

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Brenham Early Childhood Learning Center 194 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	194	Pre-K–Pre-K	6.1
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Citadel Christian SchoolPrivate 48 students · Pre-K–10th	48	Pre-K–10th	Not Rated
2	Grace Lutheran SchoolPrivate 77 students · Pre-K–12th	77	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Brenham

Brenham, Texas · 11 schools

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 5
Middle: 2
High: 1
Other: 3

Resources

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School District

BRENHAM ISD

7 schools · 4,865 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Brenham, Texas

How many schools are in Brenham, Texas?

Brenham has 11 schools, including 7 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Brenham, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for 6 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Brenham is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Brenham, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Brenham on MySchoolScout is Alton EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Brenham, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Brenham on MySchoolScout is Alton EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Brenham, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Brenham on MySchoolScout is Brenham Middle with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Brenham, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Brenham on MySchoolScout is Brenham H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Brenham, Texas?

Brenham is served by 1 school district: Brenham ISD.

Are there private schools in Brenham, Texas?

Yes, Brenham has 4 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Citadel Christian School with a score of 6.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Brenham, Texas?

Among 6 public schools in Brenham that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brenham, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.