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Very Good

#3194 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 37% in state

Brookesmith School

School · BROOKESMITH ISD

P O BOX 706, Brookesmith, TX 76827

Enrollment

158

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,194 of 8,552

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

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About Brookesmith School

Brookesmith School is a public school in Brookesmith, TX, part of BROOKESMITH ISD. Brookesmith School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookesmith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,194 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Brookesmith School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above TX schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 158 students, Brookesmith School 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.

Test scores at Brookesmith School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Brookesmith School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,404
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Brookesmith School — Students at Brookesmith School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (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
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
36.5%
ELA
50.2%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
41%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Brookesmith School Compares

See how Brookesmith School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in TX
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

P O BOX 706, Brookesmith, TX 76827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookesmith School may also want to explore other schools in the area. EAST EL (rated 8.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Brownwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARLY MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Early), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EARLY H S (rated 8.2/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Early), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookesmith, see our Brookesmith schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BANGS H S Bangs 11.8 mi 7.6
BANGS MIDDLE Bangs 11.8 mi 7.1
J B STEPHENS EL Bangs 12.5 mi 7.3
BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood 12.4 mi 7.3
BROWNWOOD H S Brownwood 12.9 mi 6.6
LONE STAR H S WEST Brownwood 13.3 mi 2.6
MULLIN OAKS Mullin 13.3 mi 5.5
BROWNWOOD ACCELERATED H S Brownwood 13.1 mi
WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL Brownwood 13.0 mi 5.9
NORTHWEST EL Brownwood 13.6 mi 6.2
EAST EL Brownwood 13.7 mi 8.6
COGGIN EL Brownwood 14.0 mi 6.4
CROSS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownwood 14.2 mi
BROWN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brownwood 15.3 mi 6.6
PREMIER H S OF COMANCHE/EARLY Lewisville 16.6 mi 5.5
EARLY PRI Early 16.9 mi 7.8
EARLY H S Early 17.5 mi 8.2
EARLY MIDDLE Early 17.5 mi 8.4
EARLY EL Early 17.6 mi 7.8
SANTA ANNA EL Santa Anna 17.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Home Value

$185,900

Median Rent

$757/mo

Population

615

College Educated

7.4%

Homeownership

91.9%

Poverty Rate

34.6%

Median Age

62.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookesmith School

What grades does Brookesmith School serve?

Brookesmith School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Brookesmith School?

Brookesmith School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookesmith School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookesmith School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookesmith School rank in TX?

Brookesmith School ranks #3,194 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Brookesmith School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookesmith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Brookesmith School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookesmith School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brookesmith School a charter school?

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

Is Brookesmith School a Title I school?

No, Brookesmith School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookesmith School?

41.8% of students at Brookesmith School 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

BROOKESMITH ISD
District Enrollment
173
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,404
District Rank
#1 of 1

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