Summary:
The Brazosport Independent School District (Isd) includes four middle schools serving grades 5 through 8, with a total enrollment of about 3,000 students across the communities of Clute, Lake Jackson, and Freeport.
Lake Jackson Intermediate is the district's top performer, consistently earning 3- or 4-star ratings and ranking in the 67th-72nd percentile statewide. It has the lowest dropout rate (0.1%) and excels in 8th-grade math and Algebra I. In contrast, Freeport Intermediate faces the greatest challenges, with the lowest state ranking (1-star, 19th-22nd percentile) and the highest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (69%). Despite spending the most per student ($12,825) and having the smallest class sizes, Freeport's test scores are consistently the lowest across nearly all subjects. Clute Intermediate is a large school with average performance, but it stands out for its exceptional Algebra I scores—achieving near-perfect 100% and 96.92% proficiency rates, far above the state average of 54%. Rasco Middle serves grades 5-6 and provides a strong academic foundation, outperforming the district in all 5th and 6th-grade tests while spending the least per student ($9,688).
A key takeaway is the district's "two-school" system, where students move from Rasco Middle to Lake Jackson Intermediate, creating a highly effective academic pipeline. However, 7th-grade math is a district-wide weakness, with scores well below the state average, while 8th-grade math and Algebra I are clear strengths. Social Studies is another universal challenge, with only Freeport exceeding the state average. The "Freeport Paradox" shows that higher spending and smaller classes do not automatically lead to better outcomes, suggesting deeper socioeconomic factors are at play. Overall, the district ranks in the 44th percentile statewide, indicating room for improvement, but the strong Algebra I performance and low dropout rates are positive signs.
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