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Briesemeister Middle

Middle School · SEGUIN ISD

1616 W COURT ST, Seguin, TX 78155

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

3.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,873 of 8,552

In Seguin

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

SEGUIN ISD

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Briesemeister Middle

3.7/10

Middle School in Seguin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Briesemeister Middle

Briesemeister Middle is a public middle school in Seguin, TX, part of SEGUIN ISD. Briesemeister Middle serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Briesemeister Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,873 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Briesemeister Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.7
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,362
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Briesemeister Middle — Students at Briesemeister Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
14.7%
ELA
30.5%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Briesemeister Middle Compares

See how Briesemeister Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
8th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1616 W COURT ST, Seguin, TX 78155

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Briesemeister Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NAVARRO H S (rated 7.4/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NAVARRO INT (rated 7.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seguin, see our Seguin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ORALIA R RODRIGUEZ EL Seguin 0.2 mi 3.9
JEFFERSON AVE EL Seguin 1.0 mi 2.5
BALL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Seguin 1.4 mi 3.4
DISCIPLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL AT SAEGERT Seguin 1.6 mi 5.1
MERCER & BLUMBERG LRN CTR Seguin 1.6 mi 6.2
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seguin 1.8 mi 7.4
VOGEL EL Seguin 2.3 mi 5.2
WEINERT EL Seguin 2.4 mi 5.1
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Seguin 2.6 mi
PATLAN EL Seguin 2.6 mi 6.5
SEGUIN H S Seguin 2.9 mi 4.1
MCQUEENEY EL Mcqueeney 3.3 mi 6.3
KOENNECKE EL Seguin 3.3 mi 5.0
SEGUIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seguin 3.4 mi
JIM BARNES MIDDLE Seguin 3.5 mi 3.7
SEGUIN CAMPUS San Antonio 4.3 mi 3.5
NAVARRO INT Seguin 6.0 mi 7.1
NAVARRO EL Seguin 6.0 mi 5.8
NAVARRO H S Seguin 6.1 mi 7.4
LIFEGATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seguin 5.5 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,367

Median Home Value

$246,000

Median Rent

$1,149/mo

Population

53,449

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

39.4

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ILTEXAS GARLAND MIDDLE Garland, TX 3.7
JIM BARNES MIDDLE Seguin, TX 3.7
MAGOFFIN MIDDLE El Paso, TX 3.7
NICHOLS INT Jacksonville, TX 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Briesemeister Middle

What grades does Briesemeister Middle serve?

Briesemeister Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Briesemeister Middle?

Briesemeister Middle has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Briesemeister Middle?

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

How does Briesemeister Middle rank in TX?

Briesemeister Middle ranks #7,873 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Briesemeister Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Briesemeister Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Briesemeister Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Briesemeister Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Briesemeister Middle a charter school?

No, Briesemeister Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Briesemeister Middle a Title I school?

No, Briesemeister Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briesemeister Middle?

77.1% of students at Briesemeister Middle 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Guadalupe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

SEGUIN ISD
District Enrollment
7,314
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,362
District Rank
#11 of 13

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