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#28 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

Brundrett Middle

Middle School · PORT ARANSAS ISD

100 S STATION ST, Port Aransas, TX 78373

Enrollment

111

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

9.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Port Aransas

#1 of 3

public schools

Texas middle schools

#5 of 1,693

In district

#1 of 3

PORT ARANSAS ISD

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Brundrett Middle

Brundrett Middle serves 111 students in grades 6 through 8 in Port Aransas, Texas, operating as a regular public school with a student-teacher ratio of 9.2 to 1. That ratio translates directly to more individual attention at a critical stage of academic development. The school earns a composite score of 9.5 out of 10, rated Exceptional, with academic performance at 9.3 and growth at 9.4.

Those numbers place Brundrett among the strongest schools in the state — ranked 5th out of 1,693 middle schools in Texas and 28th out of 8,547 public schools statewide. Outperforming 100 percent of Texas public schools, Brundrett demonstrates consistent results across both achievement and student growth measures, meaning students arrive and improve, not just students who arrive already ahead. For families in Port Aransas weighing their options, the picture is straightforward.

Brundrett ranks first among the three schools in the city and produces measurable academic outcomes that hold up against schools across the entire state. The combination of a small enrollment, low student-teacher ratio, and top-tier performance scores gives parents concrete reasons to prioritize this school in their search.

What's said publicly about Brundrett Middle

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Brundrett Middle School is a public campus within the Port Aransas Independent School District (ISD) located in Port Aransas, Texas 1 . The school serves students in grades 6 through 8 1 . It is one of three campuses in the district, alongside Port Aransas High School and H.G. Olsen Elementary School 1 . All three schools are situated within two blocks of each other at 100 South Station Street 1 . The district identifies its students as Marlins 1 .
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What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 111 students, Brundrett Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Brundrett Middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,309

Brundrett Middle — Students at Brundrett Middle score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 59.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.0%
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
62%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Brundrett Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
9.5/10
100th percentile in TX
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

100 S STATION ST, Port Aransas, TX 78373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brundrett Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROCKPORT-FULTON MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Rockport), a more accessible option. Another option is GREGORY-PORTLAND MIDDLE (rated 6.2/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Portland), a more accessible option. Additionally, A C BLUNT MIDDLE (rated 5.8/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Aransas Pass), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port Aransas, see our Port Aransas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
OLSEN EL Port Aransas 0.1 mi 7.1
PORT ARANSAS H S Port Aransas 0.1 mi 7.3
H T FAULK EL Aransas Pass 7.8 mi 5.5
ARANSAS PASS H S Aransas Pass 8.6 mi 5.3
A C BLUNT MIDDLE Aransas Pass 8.8 mi 5.8
CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass 8.9 mi 5.3
GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL Ingleside 9.1 mi 8.0
INGLESIDE PRI Ingleside 9.1 mi 5.6
LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE Ingleside 10.0 mi 5.6
INGLESIDE H S Ingleside 10.1 mi 7.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL ROCKPORT Rockport 13.3 mi 3.5
LIVE OAK LEARNING CENTER Rockport 13.8 mi 6.5
ABC LEARNING CENTER Rockport 14.0 mi 7.1
ROCKPORT-FULTON H S Rockport 14.6 mi 5.2
ROCKPORT-FULTON MIDDLE Rockport 14.8 mi 6.6
FULTON LEARNING CENTER Rockport 16.3 mi 5.9
AUSTIN EL Gregory 15.2 mi 7.3
EAST CLIFF EL Portland 15.4 mi 6.9
CLARK EL Portland 16.2 mi 6.2
GREGORY-PORTLAND MIDDLE Portland 16.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,000

Median Home Value

$518,500

Median Rent

$2,226/mo

Population

3,314

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

74.9%

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

56.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Brundrett Middle has a median household income of $90,000. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $518,500, with a median rent of $2,226/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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

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CELESTE J H Celeste, TX 9.4
OZONA MIDDLE Ozona, TX 9.3
STAMFORD MIDDLE Stamford, TX 9.3
UNION GROVE J H Gladewater, TX 9.3
GRUVER J H Gruver, TX 9.8
FARWELL J H Farwell, TX 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brundrett Middle

What grades does Brundrett Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Brundrett Middle?

Brundrett Middle has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brundrett Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Brundrett Middle is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brundrett Middle rank in TX?

Brundrett Middle is ranked #28 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Brundrett Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Brundrett Middle has a composite rating of 9.5 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 Brundrett Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brundrett Middle has 59.5% math proficiency and 62.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Brundrett Middle a charter school?

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

Is Brundrett Middle a Title I school?

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

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

37.8% of students at Brundrett 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
High (5,414/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Nueces County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

PORT ARANSAS ISD
District Enrollment
527
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,150
District Rank
#1 of 3

Other Schools in This District

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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