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Very Good

#2871 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 34% in state

T W Browne Middle

Middle School · DALLAS ISD

3333 SPRAGUE DR, Dallas, TX 75233

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,871 of 8,552

In Dallas

#140 of 374

public schools

In district

#101 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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7.2/10

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About T W Browne Middle

T W Browne Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. T W Browne Middle serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. T W Browne Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,871 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for T W Browne Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at T W Browne Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

T W Browne Middle — Students at T W Browne Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (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
72%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
22.4%
ELA
36.6%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
44%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How T W Browne Middle Compares

See how T W Browne Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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

3333 SPRAGUE DR, Dallas, TX 75233

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering T W Browne Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, L V STOCKARD MIDDLE (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
JUSTIN F KIMBALL H S Dallas 0.2 mi 3.7
THOMAS TOLBERT EL Dallas 0.8 mi 6.0
DANIEL WEBSTER EL Dallas 0.9 mi 6.8
ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas 1.1 mi 4.3
HIGHER HEIGHTS PRIVATE SCHOOL Dallas 1.1 mi 5.7
ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE Dallas 1.1 mi 7.2
ST ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 1.1 mi 7.6
QUEST CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 8 Dallas 1.3 mi 1.9
GENESIS CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 5 Dallas 1.3 mi 5.3
JOHN W CARPENTER EL Dallas 1.3 mi 6.6
JIMMIE TYLER BRASHEAR EL Dallas 1.5 mi 6.4
BISHOP DUNNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 1.5 mi 7.5
BRIGHT MINDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dallas 1.7 mi
LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS Dallas 1.6 mi 6.7
LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS MIDDLE Dallas 1.6 mi 8.2
HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF Dallas 1.8 mi 8.5
L V STOCKARD MIDDLE Dallas 1.8 mi 6.8
GOLDEN RULE CHARTER SCHOOL Dallas 1.8 mi 7.8
LESLIE A STEMMONS EL Dallas 2.0 mi 7.9
LEILA P COWART EL Dallas 2.2 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,635

Median Home Value

$249,500

Median Rent

$1,292/mo

Population

15,775

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

55.1%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

32.3%

Median Age

30.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about T W Browne Middle

What grades does T W Browne Middle serve?

T W Browne Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend T W Browne Middle?

T W Browne Middle has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at T W Browne Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at T W Browne Middle is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does T W Browne Middle rank in TX?

T W Browne Middle ranks #2,871 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is T W Browne Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

T W Browne Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 T W Browne Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, T W Browne Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is T W Browne Middle a charter school?

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

Is T W Browne Middle a Title I school?

No, T W Browne Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T W Browne Middle?

95.3% of students at T W Browne 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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