Excellent
#743 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Bess Brannen EL
Elementary School · BRAZOSPORT ISD
P O DRAWER Z, Freeport, TX 77541
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
729
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#743 of 8,552
In Freeport
#2 of 17
public schools
In district
#2 of 17
BRAZOSPORT ISD
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bess Brannen EL
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About Bess Brannen EL
Bess Brannen EL is a public elementary school in Freeport, TX, part of BRAZOSPORT ISD. Bess Brannen EL serves approximately 729 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bess Brannen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #743 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bess Brannen EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bess Brannen EL — Students at Bess Brannen EL score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Bess Brannen EL Compares
See how Bess Brannen EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O DRAWER Z, Freeport, TX 77541
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bess Brannen EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLADYS POLK EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is O M ROBERTS EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GRIFFITH EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE JACKSON INT Freeport | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BRAZOS SUCCESS ACADEMY Freeport | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BRAZOSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Jackson | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richwood | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RASCO MIDDLE Freeport | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| A P BEUTEL EL Freeport | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| GLADYS POLK EL Freeport | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| FOUNDATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lake Jackson | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| O M ROBERTS EL Freeport | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GRIFFITH EL Freeport | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BRAZOSWOOD H S Freeport | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| T W OGG EL Freeport | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - DAEP Freeport | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - JJAEP Freeport | 4.0 mi | — |
| BRAZOS HARBOR Clute | 4.0 mi | — |
| CLUTE INT Freeport | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL Angleton | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| S F AUSTIN EL Freeport | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
| STUDENT ALTERNATIVE CTR Angleton | 6.9 mi | — |
| WESTSIDE EL Angleton | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,513
Median Home Value
$162,800
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
16,574
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bess Brannen EL
What grades does Bess Brannen EL serve?
Bess Brannen EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Bess Brannen EL?
Bess Brannen EL has an enrollment of approximately 729 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bess Brannen EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bess Brannen EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bess Brannen EL rank in TX?
Bess Brannen EL ranks #743 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bess Brannen EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bess Brannen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bess Brannen EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bess Brannen EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bess Brannen EL a charter school?
No, Bess Brannen EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bess Brannen EL a Title I school?
No, Bess Brannen EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bess Brannen EL?
43.1% of students at Bess Brannen EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 729
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Brazoria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (979) 730-7170
Resources & Links
District
BRAZOSPORT ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,357
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,088
- District Rank
- #2 of 17
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