Brownwood Independent School District (Isd)

The Brownwood Independent School District (Isd) serves approximately 3,393 students across seven schools, including four elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools, and is ranked in the 62nd percentile among Texas districts.

East Elementary stands out as the district's academic star, ranking in the 90th percentile among Texas elementary schools with test scores far exceeding district and state averages, despite 69% of its students being economically disadvantaged. In contrast, Northwest Elementary faces the greatest challenges, with the highest rate of economic disadvantage (78.6%) and the lowest academic performance, including only 10.91% proficiency in 5th-grade Science. Brownwood Middle is a powerhouse in advanced math, with 97.67% of its 8th graders proficient in Algebra I, nearly double the district average. The district's two high schools serve different missions: Brownwood High School offers a comprehensive education with a 94.2% graduation rate, while Brownwood Accelerated High School achieves a 100% graduation rate for at-risk students but with low test scores and a 5.1% dropout rate.

A key finding is that spending per student does not correlate with success: Northwest Elementary has the highest spending ($11,502) but the lowest performance, while East Elementary has lower spending ($10,743) and the highest performance. Additionally, 5th-grade Science is a district-wide weakness, with most elementary schools scoring at or below the state average. For parents, East Elementary is the top choice for academic excellence, while Brownwood Middle offers exceptional math opportunities, and the district overall shows a mix of standout strengths and areas needing improvement.