Brownsville Independent School District (Isd)

The Brownsville Independent School District (ISD) in Texas encompasses 52 schools, including 34 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, and 8 high schools, serving a diverse student population. The district features a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with several standout institutions that are among the top-ranked in the state.

The Brownsville Early College High School stands out as the district's top-performing school, ranking among the top 65 high schools in Texas and earning a 5-star rating. With a 100% four-year graduation rate and 0% dropout rate, the school's students excel on STAAR end-of-course exams, with over 70% proficiency in core subjects. Other high-achieving elementary schools in the district include Ortiz Elementary, Pena Elementary, and Pullam Elementary, all of which are ranked among the top schools in Texas and have strong student performance.

In contrast, the district's traditional high schools have lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to the early college high schools. Additionally, there is significant variability in performance across the elementary and middle schools, with some struggling to reach proficiency levels on state assessments. The high rates of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the large percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, likely contribute to the challenges faced by lower-performing schools. Addressing these disparities and replicating the practices of the top-performing schools could help drive improvement across the Brownsville ISD.