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#471 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 6% in state

Brenham H S

High School · BRENHAM ISD

P O BOX 1147, Brenham, TX 77834

Enrollment

1,560

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brenham

#3 of 7

public schools

Texas high schools

#84 of 1,699

In district

#3 of 7

BRENHAM ISD

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Brenham H S

Brenham H S is a public high school in Brenham, TX, part of the BRENHAM ISD. The school serves approximately 1,560 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.5th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math and 45% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50%
Reading/ELA Proficiency45%
Overall Proficiency48%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation23.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,024

Brenham H S — Students at Brenham H S score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 49.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
45%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Brenham H S Compares

See how Brenham H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in TX
Academic
7.9/10
7.9/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers

Location

P O BOX 1147, Brenham, TX 77834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brenham H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOMERVILLE H S (rated 9.0/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BURTON H S (rated 8.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Burton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRENHAM CAMPUS (rated 6.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Austin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brenham, see our Brenham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Brenham 0.8 mi 5.2
BRENHAM EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Brenham 1.1 mi 6.5
BRENHAM EL Brenham 1.1 mi 8.9
ST PAULS CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Brenham 1.5 mi 4.9
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brenham 1.5 mi 4.7
ALTON EL Brenham 1.7 mi 8.0
BRENHAM J H Brenham 1.9 mi 8.6
BRENHAM MIDDLE Brenham 2.0 mi 7.8
KRAUSE EL Brenham 2.2 mi 5.4
CITADEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brenham 2.5 mi 6.9
TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOL - BRENHAM CAMPUS Austin 4.3 mi 6.1
BURTON EL Burton 12.1 mi 9.4
BURTON H S Burton 12.1 mi 8.1
SOMERVILLE H S Somerville 13.8 mi 9.0
SOMERVILLE EL Somerville 13.8 mi 5.9
SOMERVILLE INT Somerville 13.8 mi 8.7
WEST END EL Bellville 16.1 mi 6.8
ST MARYS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Bellville 17.9 mi
O'BRYANT INT Bellville 18.5 mi 6.0
O'BRYANT PRI Bellville 18.5 mi 5.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DENISON H S Denison, TX 8.5
FRISCO H S Frisco, TX 8.5
GRAPEVINE H S Grapevine, TX 8.5
INDEPENDENCE H S Frisco, TX 8.5
LASA H S Austin, TX 8.5
STAFFORD H S Stafford, TX 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brenham H S

What grades does Brenham H S serve?

Brenham H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brenham H S?

Brenham H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brenham H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Brenham H S is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brenham H S rank in TX?

Brenham H S is ranked #471 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Brenham H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Brenham H S has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brenham H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brenham H S has 49.0% math proficiency and 44.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Brenham H S a charter school?

No, Brenham H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brenham H S a Title I school?

No, Brenham H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brenham H S?

49.3% of students at Brenham H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,579/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Brenham). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,560
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Washington County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BRENHAM ISD
District Enrollment
4,865
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,623
District Rank
#3 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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