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#2650 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 31% in state

Brownwood Middle

Middle School · BROWNWOOD ISD

STEPHEN F AUSTIN AND CALVERT RD, Brownwood, TX 76801

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,650 of 8,552

In Brownwood

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

BROWNWOOD ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Brownwood Middle

7.3/10

Middle School in Brownwood · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brownwood Middle

Brownwood Middle is a public middle school in Brownwood, TX, part of BROWNWOOD ISD. Brownwood Middle serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brownwood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Brownwood Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above TX schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,959
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Brownwood Middle — Students at Brownwood Middle score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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
81%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47.2%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Brownwood Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TX
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

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

STEPHEN F AUSTIN AND CALVERT RD, Brownwood, TX 76801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brownwood Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EARLY MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Early), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BANGS MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Bangs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownwood, see our Brownwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL Brownwood 0.6 mi 5.9
BROWNWOOD ACCELERATED H S Brownwood 1.1 mi
BROWNWOOD H S Brownwood 1.2 mi 6.6
EAST EL Brownwood 1.5 mi 8.6
COGGIN EL Brownwood 2.7 mi 6.4
CROSS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownwood 3.0 mi
LONE STAR H S WEST Brownwood 3.2 mi 2.6
MULLIN OAKS Mullin 3.4 mi 5.5
BROWN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brownwood 3.7 mi 6.6
NORTHWEST EL Brownwood 3.5 mi 6.2
PREMIER H S OF COMANCHE/EARLY Lewisville 4.6 mi 5.5
EARLY PRI Early 4.9 mi 7.8
EARLY MIDDLE Early 5.3 mi 8.4
EARLY EL Early 5.3 mi 7.8
EARLY H S Early 5.4 mi 8.2
BANGS H S Bangs 9.8 mi 7.6
J B STEPHENS EL Bangs 9.9 mi 7.3
BANGS MIDDLE Bangs 9.9 mi 7.1
ZEPHYR SCHOOL Zephyr 10.4 mi 6.6
BROOKESMITH SCHOOL Brookesmith 12.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,712

Median Home Value

$138,200

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

25,152

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

39.2

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CENTRAL MIDDLE Nederland, TX 7.3
LLANO J H Llano, TX 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brownwood Middle

What grades does Brownwood Middle serve?

Brownwood Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Brownwood Middle?

Brownwood Middle has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brownwood Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Brownwood Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brownwood Middle rank in TX?

Brownwood Middle ranks #2,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Brownwood Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Brownwood Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Brownwood Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brownwood Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brownwood Middle a charter school?

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

Is Brownwood Middle a Title I school?

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

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

65.2% of students at Brownwood 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

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

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