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#4665 of 8,547 schools in TX
Paul a Brown Alternative Center
High School · BEAUMONT ISD
88 JAGUAR DR, Beaumont, TX 77702
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Beaumont
#7 of 30
public schools
Texas high schools
#1,136 of 1,699
In district
#4 of 25
BEAUMONT ISD
School environment
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Paul a Brown Alternative Center
Paul A Brown Alternative Center is an alternative high school located in Beaumont, Texas. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 183 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's academic performance currently ranks at the 28th percentile among all schools in Texas, reflecting an opportunity for improvement.
Despite its lower rankings, Paul A Brown Alternative Center focuses on providing support to students who may benefit from a more personalized learning environment. With only 10% of students proficient or above in both ELA/Reading and Math, the school is clearly emphasizing student development and growth over traditional academic metrics. Paul A Brown Alternative Center is situated in a mid-size city setting within Jefferson County.
The school's alternative approach aims to offer an engaging and supportive educational experience for its diverse student body.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 183 students, Paul a Brown Alternative Center 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 Paul a Brown Alternative Center 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
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Paul a Brown Alternative Center — Students at Paul a Brown Alternative Center score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.0/10.
How Paul a Brown Alternative Center Compares
See how Paul a Brown Alternative Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 15% (2019) to 5% (2021).
Location
88 JAGUAR DR, Beaumont, TX 77702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul a Brown Alternative Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MONSIGNOR KELLY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PATHWAYS LEARNING CTR (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BEAUMONT ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 4.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beaumont, see our Beaumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaumont | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beaumont | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EHRHART SCHOOL Beaumont | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| FEHL-PRICE EL Beaumont | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- BEAUMONT Beaumont | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL ON 11TH STREET Beaumont | 1.4 mi | — |
| FLETCHER EL Beaumont | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BEAUMONT NEW EL DAEP Beaumont | 1.4 mi | — |
| BEAUMONT ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Beaumont | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHEDRAL BASILICA SCHOOL Beaumont | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| M L KING MIDDLE Beaumont | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| CALDWOOD EL Beaumont | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BEAUMONT UNITED H S Beaumont | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Beaumont | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DR MAE E JONES-CLARK EL Beaumont | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PATHWAYS LEARNING CTR Beaumont | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BLANCHETTE EL Beaumont | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SMITH MIDDLE Beaumont | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY BEAUMONT Richardson | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| MONSIGNOR KELLY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaumont | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,344
Median Home Value
$141,700
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
3,497
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
62.7%
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Paul a Brown Alternative Center has a median household income of $67,344. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,700, with a median rent of $1,141/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY Houston, TX | 6.1 |
| HEALY-MURPHY San Antonio, TX | 6.1 |
| HEALY-MURPHY CENTER San Antonio, TX | 6.1 |
| JUNCTION H S Junction, TX | 6.1 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 6.1 |
| VIOLA M COLEMAN H S Midland, TX | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul a Brown Alternative Center
What grades does Paul a Brown Alternative Center serve?
Paul a Brown Alternative Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paul a Brown Alternative Center?
Paul a Brown Alternative Center has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul a Brown Alternative Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul a Brown Alternative Center is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paul a Brown Alternative Center rank in TX?
Paul a Brown Alternative Center is ranked #4665 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Paul a Brown Alternative Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul a Brown Alternative Center has a composite rating of 6.1 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 Paul a Brown Alternative Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Paul a Brown Alternative Center has 10.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Paul a Brown Alternative Center a charter school?
No, Paul a Brown Alternative Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul a Brown Alternative Center a Title I school?
No, Paul a Brown Alternative Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paul a Brown Alternative Center?
92.3% of students at Paul a Brown Alternative Center 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
- City Safety
- High (4,450/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Beaumont). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (409) 617-5720
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BEAUMONT ISD- District Enrollment
- 16,803
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,958
- District Rank
- #4 of 25
Other Schools in This District
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