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#368 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 4% in state

Brownwood H S

High School · BROWNWOOD ISD

P O BOX 730, Brownwood, TX 76804

Enrollment

943

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brownwood

#3 of 7

public schools

Texas high schools

#62 of 1,699

In district

#3 of 6

BROWNWOOD ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Brownwood H S

Brownwood H S is a public high school in Brownwood, TX, part of the BROWNWOOD ISD. The school serves approximately 943 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.7th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 42% proficiency in math and 45% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). The school is situated in a remote town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+8.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55%
Reading/ELA Proficiency49%
Overall Proficiency52%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation20.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,734

Brownwood H S — Students at Brownwood H S score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.0%
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

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
49%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Brownwood H S Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
96th percentile in TX
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers

Location

P O BOX 730, Brownwood, TX 76804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brownwood H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BANGS H S (rated 8.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Bangs), with a very similar rating. Another option is EARLY H S (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Early), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MULLIN OAKS (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mullin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brownwood, see our Brownwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BROWNWOOD ACCELERATED H S Brownwood 0.3 mi
EAST EL Brownwood 0.9 mi 9.6
BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood 1.2 mi 8.1
WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL Brownwood 1.3 mi 8.9
COGGIN EL Brownwood 1.5 mi 8.1
CROSS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownwood 1.8 mi
LONE STAR H S WEST Brownwood 2.1 mi 5.7
MULLIN OAKS Mullin 2.3 mi 6.7
NORTHWEST EL Brownwood 2.4 mi 6.8
BROWN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brownwood 2.6 mi 6.6
PREMIER H S OF COMANCHE/EARLY Lewisville 3.8 mi 5.1
EARLY PRI Early 4.1 mi 7.6
EARLY H S Early 4.6 mi 7.6
EARLY MIDDLE Early 4.6 mi 8.9
EARLY EL Early 4.6 mi 8.9
J B STEPHENS EL Bangs 9.1 mi 9.3
BANGS H S Bangs 9.0 mi 8.5
BANGS MIDDLE Bangs 9.1 mi 8.9
ZEPHYR SCHOOL Zephyr 10.9 mi 7.1
BROOKESMITH SCHOOL Brookesmith 12.9 mi 6.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DENISON H S Denison, TX 8.5
KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Houston, TX 8.7
KIPP EAST END H S Houston, TX 8.5
MADISONVILLE H S Madisonville, TX 8.5
STAFFORD H S Stafford, TX 8.5
WESTCHESTER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston, TX 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brownwood H S

What grades does Brownwood H S serve?

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

How many students attend Brownwood H S?

Brownwood H S has an enrollment of approximately 943 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brownwood H S is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brownwood H S rank in TX?

Brownwood H S is ranked #368 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Brownwood H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Brownwood H S has a composite rating of 8.6 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 Brownwood H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brownwood H S has 42.0% math proficiency and 44.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Brownwood H S a charter school?

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

Is Brownwood H S a Title I school?

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

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

53.4% of students at Brownwood 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,609/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Brown County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BROWNWOOD ISD
District Enrollment
3,441
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,959
District Rank
#3 of 6

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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