Brady Elementary

Brady Elementary is a PK-5 public school in Brady, TX, serving 458 students within the Brady Independent School District (Isd), a 3-star district that ranks in the 61st percentile statewide.

Brady Elementary has shown a remarkable turnaround, climbing from the 22nd percentile in 2016-2017 to a 3-star rating and 57th percentile rank for the 2025-2026 school year. The school’s standout strength is its exceptional support for Special Education students, who rank in the 86th percentile statewide—a dramatic improvement from just two years prior. Early literacy is also a bright spot, with 3rd-grade reading proficiency consistently above the state average, reaching 64.71% in 2023-2024 compared to the state’s 48.71%. However, the school faces significant challenges in upper-grade math and science. In 5th-grade science, only 13.56% of students were proficient in 2024-2025, less than half the state average of 29.57%. Similarly, 4th and 5th-grade math scores have persistently lagged behind state averages, with only 38.18% of 4th graders proficient in math versus the state’s 49.28% in 2025-2026. The school also shows a notable gender performance gap, with male students performing more consistently at higher levels than female students in recent years.

While the school serves a high-poverty population (over 71% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch), its overall performance is respectable, though economically disadvantaged students are served at a level below the school’s average. A surprising weakness is the Gifted and Talented program, which ranked in the 25th percentile in 2025-2026, suggesting a need for re-evaluation. With no other schools within 20 miles, Brady Elementary is the primary educational option for families in the area. To continue its upward trajectory, the school must focus on improving math instruction for grades 4 and 5, revitalizing its science curriculum, and ensuring its gifted program provides adequate enrichment.