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Brillante Academy
Elementary School · BRILLANTE ACADEMY
706 N LOS EBANOS RD, Mission, TX 78572
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 63 schools in Mission. Learn more
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,752 of 8,552
In Mission
#54 of 65
public schools
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Brillante Academy
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About Brillante Academy
Brillante Academy is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of BRILLANTE ACADEMY. Brillante Academy serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brillante Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,752 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Brillante Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Brillante Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Brillante Academy Compares
See how Brillante Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
706 N LOS EBANOS RD, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brillante Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E B REYNA EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARCELL EL Mission | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PEARSON EL Mission | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LEAL EL Mission | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mission | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MISSION H S Mission | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WHITE J H Mission | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| OLLIE O'GRADY EL Mission | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| JOSE DE ESCANDON EL Mission | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MISSION J H Mission | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CASTRO EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE Mission | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| E B REYNA EL Mission | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY MISSION Mission | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA ACADEMY MISSION Mission | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MISSION EARLY LEARNING Mission | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| LAVALETTE INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI INSTITUTE LLC Mission | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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|---|---|
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcallen, TX | 5.4 |
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| MCDADE EL Mcdade, TX | 5.4 |
| MONTGOMERY EL San Antonio, TX | 5.4 |
| ODEM EL Odem, TX | 5.4 |
| PROSPER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prosper, TX | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brillante Academy
What grades does Brillante Academy serve?
Brillante Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Brillante Academy?
Brillante Academy has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brillante Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brillante Academy is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brillante Academy rank in TX?
Brillante Academy ranks #5,752 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Brillante Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brillante Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brillante Academy a charter school?
Yes, Brillante Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Brillante Academy a Title I school?
No, Brillante Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brillante Academy?
82.7% of students at Brillante Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (713) 303-6447
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