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Lone Star H S West

High School · LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

P O BOX 1267, Brownwood, TX 76804

Enrollment

88

Score

5.7

Grades

8th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Brownwood

#7 of 7

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,301 of 1,699

In district

#4 of 5

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Lone Star H S West

Lone Star H S West is a high school located in the remote town of Brownwood, Texas. Serving students from eighth to twelfth grade with an enrollment of 88 students, this regular public school offers a small community setting where teachers can get to know each student well. While specific data on student-teacher ratios and faculty numbers are not available, the school’s intimate environment fosters close connections between staff and students.

Academically, Lone Star H S West ranks in the 23rd percentile among Texas schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and an academic score of 1.1 out of 10. The school’s proficiency rates show that only 10% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while just 5% reach the same level in math. Despite these challenges, the school is focused on providing support and resources to help students improve their academic skills.

Lone Star H S West sits in a quiet town setting where community ties run deep. Students here can participate in various extracurricular activities that strengthen their sense of belonging and contribute to personal growth outside the classroom.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 88 students, Lone Star H S West 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.

While current test scores at Lone Star H S West are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional31%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics1.2Significantly Below Average31%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency10%
Overall Proficiency8%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected-61.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness6.6Above Average38%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & EnvironmentNot Available

Requires school resource data

Lone Star H S West — Students at Lone Star H S West score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 5.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Lone Star H S West Compares

See how Lone Star H S West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
1.2/10
1.2/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average

Location

P O BOX 1267, Brownwood, TX 76804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lone Star H S West may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROWNWOOD H S (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BANGS H S (rated 8.5/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Bangs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EARLY H S (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Early), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brownwood, see our Brownwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MULLIN OAKS Mullin 0.2 mi 6.7
NORTHWEST EL Brownwood 0.4 mi 6.8
COGGIN EL Brownwood 1.2 mi 8.1
CROSS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownwood 1.2 mi
BROWNWOOD H S Brownwood 2.1 mi 8.6
BROWNWOOD ACCELERATED H S Brownwood 2.3 mi
BROWN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brownwood 2.3 mi 6.6
EAST EL Brownwood 2.6 mi 9.6
BROWNWOOD MIDDLE Brownwood 3.2 mi 8.1
WOODLAND HEIGHTS EL Brownwood 3.4 mi 8.9
PREMIER H S OF COMANCHE/EARLY Lewisville 3.7 mi 5.1
EARLY PRI Early 4.0 mi 7.6
EARLY H S Early 4.8 mi 7.6
EARLY MIDDLE Early 4.8 mi 8.9
EARLY EL Early 4.9 mi 8.9
J B STEPHENS EL Bangs 7.3 mi 9.3
BANGS H S Bangs 7.4 mi 8.5
BANGS MIDDLE Bangs 7.5 mi 8.9
BROOKESMITH SCHOOL Brookesmith 13.3 mi 6.7
ZEPHYR SCHOOL Zephyr 12.6 mi 7.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRAZOS H S Waco, TX 5.7
CONCORDIA HIGH SCHOOL Round Rock, TX 5.7
FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple, TX 5.7
PREMIER H S OF FORT WORTH Lewisville, TX 5.7
PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville, TX 5.7
DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGAM (DAEP) Bryan, TX 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lone Star H S West

What grades does Lone Star H S West serve?

Lone Star H S West serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Lone Star H S West?

Lone Star H S West has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

How does Lone Star H S West rank in TX?

Lone Star H S West is ranked #5360 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Lone Star H S West's MySchoolScout rating?

Lone Star H S West has a composite rating of 5.7 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 Lone Star H S West?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lone Star H S West has 5.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lone Star H S West a charter school?

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

Is Lone Star H S West a Title I school?

No, Lone Star H S West is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,609/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
88
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Brown County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LONE STAR SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
672
Schools in District
5
District Rank
#4 of 5

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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