Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brite Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brite Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brite Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brite Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2770 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brite Elementary School's ranking?
Brite Elementary School is ranked #2770 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brite Elementary School?
486 students attend Brite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brite Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brite Elementary School?
Brite Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brite Elementary School offer ?
Brite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brite Elementary School part of?
Brite Elementary School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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