Bess Brannen Elementary

Summary:

Bess Brannen Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Jackson, Texas, serving 689 students in grades PK-4 and part of the Brazosport Independent School District.

Bess Brannen Elementary consistently ranks among the top 15% of Texas elementary schools, with a 4 or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger indicating strong academic performance. The school outperforms the district and state averages on STAAR Reading and Mathematics assessments for 3rd and 4th grades. Bess Brannen has a more diverse student population compared to nearby schools, with a higher percentage of White, Hispanic, and Asian students. Additionally, the school has a lower percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.1, suggesting effective resource allocation and support for students from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Compared to nearby schools like S F Austin Elementary, Westside Elementary, and Barrow Elementary, Bess Brannen Elementary stands out for its consistent academic excellence, diverse student population, and efficient resource allocation, making it an interesting case for further analysis and potential replication of best practices within the Brazosport Independent School District.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-4

 802 That Way St
       Lake Jackson, TX  77566-4299


(979) 730-7170

District: Brazosport Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
339th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,678 Help


Students who attend Bess Brannen Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Lake Jackson Intermediate
    Rasco Middle
High:    Brazoswood High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.1 Help
Number of students:  689

Racial breakdown:

White:
52.8%
Hispanic:
36.9%
African American:
4.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  48.2% Help


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Compare Details Bess Brannen Elementary ranks better than 92.7% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks first among 8 ranked elementary schools in the Brazosport Independent School District (Isd)! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 90.92. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Bess Brannen Elementary has the largest elementary school student body size in the Brazosport Independent School District (Isd). Racial makeup is: White (52.8%), Hispanic (36.9%), African American (4.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 48.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Brazosport Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bess Brannen Elementary is 15.1. 7 elementary schools in the Brazosport Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bess Brannen Elementary is $9,678, which is the lowest among 9 elementary schools in the Brazosport Independent School District (Isd)!
Schooldigger Rankings:

Bess Brannen Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Brazosport Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Brazosport Independent School District (Isd) 518th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Bess Brannen Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 78.37 491st 3465 85.8%
2005 82.22 329th 3475 90.5%
2006 80.05 411th 3476 88.2%
2007 85.77 98th 3724 97.4%
2008 84.56 232nd 3768 93.8%
2009 86.51 115th 3884 97.0%
2010 83.75 226th 3937 94.3%
2011 77.01 692nd 4095 83.1%
2012 82.72 528th 4206 87.4%
2013 73.98 961st 4221 77.2%
2014 81.22 653rd 4260 84.7%
2015 87.10 356th 4320 91.8%
2016 80.70 708th 4286 83.5%
2017 90.09 365th 4329 91.6%
2018 92.35 270th 4359 93.8%
2019 92.84 247th 4479 94.5%
2021 92.21 310th 4578 93.2%
2022 84.72 579th 4581 87.4%
2023 81.71 698th 4647 85.0%
2024 90.92 339th 4675 92.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.53 144th 3226 95.5%
2021 87.04 200th 3446 94.2%
2022 69.75 709th 3487 79.7%
2023 66.34 853rd 3556 76.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 70.44 556th 3684 84.9%
2021 68.82 603rd 3799 84.1%
2022 73.87 551st 3952 86.1%
2023 77.48 455th 4086 88.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.61 146th 4264 96.6%
2019 88.07 188th 4309 95.6%
2021 90.81 137th 4451 96.9%
2022 90.77 155th 4477 96.5%
2023 74.11 701st 4521 84.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.94 340th 4306 92.1%
2019 90.85 264th 4348 93.9%
2021 87.02 453rd 4499 89.9%
2022 88.52 341st 4561 92.5%
2023 83.49 573rd 4588 87.5%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.23 992nd 3106 68.1%
2019 67.54 991st 3184 68.9%
2021 69.00 1005th 3006 66.6%
2022 66.31 1033rd 2958 65.1%
2023 55.58 1676th 2980 43.8%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.89 283rd 4240 93.3%
2019 90.45 155th 4295 96.4%
2021 83.75 285th 4331 93.4%
2022 62.33 1272nd 4461 71.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.25 275th 4319 93.6%
2019 92.81 220th 4357 95.0%
2021 93.18 238th 4498 94.7%
2022 76.95 833rd 4563 81.7%
2023 73.67 980th 4585 78.6%
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Rank History for Asian students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.92 577th 1005 42.6%
2019 58.98 428th 1009 57.6%
2021 83.27 86th 967 91.1%
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Rank History for African American students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.27 735th 2483 70.4%
2019 74.66 382nd 2515 84.8%
2021 79.82 244th 2444 90.0%
2023 71.95 449th 2443 81.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.95 280th 4168 93.3%
2019 86.38 280th 4188 93.3%
2021 86.78 304th 4329 93.0%
2022 80.97 488th 4376 88.8%
2023 71.95 839th 4401 80.9%
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Rank History for White students at Bess Brannen Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.77 163rd 3127 94.8%
2019 88.86 148th 3142 95.3%
2021 89.74 124th 3082 96.0%
2022 75.28 538th 3082 82.5%
2023 73.13 663rd 3106 78.7%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Bess Brannen Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 508 18 15 69 1 n/a n/a 0 611
1990 510 20 16 83 0 n/a n/a 0 629
1991 551 22 18 90 0 n/a n/a -93 588
1992 532 30 19 91 1 n/a n/a 0 673
1993 551 28 25 78 2 n/a n/a 0 684
1994 570 32 17 88 3 n/a n/a 0 710
1995 485 37 18 56 3 n/a n/a 0 599
1996 485 37 18 56 3 n/a n/a 0 599
1997 503 37 17 64 3 n/a n/a 0 624
1998 497 47 15 68 0 n/a n/a 0 627
1999 487 52 28 80 0 n/a n/a 0 647
2000 444 44 26 81 0 n/a n/a 0 595
2001 403 31 21 81 2 n/a n/a 0 538
2002 409 34 18 94 1 n/a n/a 0 556
2003 409 34 18 94 1 n/a n/a 0 556
2004 395 43 21 93 0 n/a n/a 0 552
2005 375 48 22 101 2 n/a n/a 0 548
2006 380 48 22 117 1 n/a n/a 0 568
2007 365 39 22 109 3 n/a n/a 0 538
2008 344 26 21 139 2 n/a n/a 0 532
2009 335 30 22 120 3 n/a n/a 0 510
2010 305 26 29 147 2 n/a n/a 0 509
2011 299 14 23 165 5 0 9 0 515
2012 254 19 27 160 5 0 9 0 474
2013 254 18 26 157 4 0 7 0 466
2014 264 20 17 151 2 0 10 0 464
2015 285 23 14 171 2 0 17 0 512
2016 284 16 16 174 3 0 12 0 505
2017 301 21 24 189 3 0 15 0 553
2018 299 26 25 211 3 0 15 0 579
2019 290 29 18 232 3 1 15 0 588
2020 312 15 21 189 1 1 14 0 553
2021 319 42 24 247 0 1 12 0 645
2022 372 25 20 257 0 1 16 0 691
2023 364 29 18 254 2 1 21 0 689

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Bess Brannen Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 611 n/a n/a n/a
1990 629 35.0 17.9 n/a
1991 588 45.3 12.9 n/a
1992 673 35.4 19.0 6.5
1993 684 38.0 18.0 14.2
1994 710 38.7 18.3 10
1995 599 30.7 19.5 12.9
1996 599 30.7 19.5 12.9
1997 624 34.3 18.2 12.7
1998 627 35.2 17.8 15.8
1999 647 35.5 18.2 19.6
2000 595 35.8 16.6 24.5
2001 538 35.8 15.0 23.2
2002 556 34.1 16.3 24.5
2003 556 34.1 16.3 24.5
2004 552 33.5 16.5 23.6
2005 548 32.2 17.0 28.8
2006 568 33.5 17.0 31.3
2007 538 34.1 15.8 28.3
2008 532 33.8 15.7 25.6
2009 510 32.6 15.6 24.3
2010 509 32.7 15.5 29.7
2011 515 31.6 16.2 32
2012 474 27.0 17.5 32.9
2013 466 26.4 17.6 30.5
2014 464 28.8 16.0 33.8
2015 512 30.0 17.0 35.2
2016 505 30.0 16.8 35
2017 553 32.1 17.1 32
2018 579 33.1 17.4 34.5
2019 588 33.8 17.3 39.6
2020 553 36.5 15.1 32.9
2021 645 44.1 14.5 45.3
2022 691 43.6 15.8 42
2023 689 45.4 15.1 48.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Bess Brannen Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 611 n/a n/a n/a
1990 629 35.0 17.9 n/a
1991 588 45.3 12.9 n/a
1992 673 35.4 19.0 6.5
1993 684 38.0 18.0 14.2
1994 710 38.7 18.3 10
1995 599 30.7 19.5 12.9
1996 599 30.7 19.5 12.9
1997 624 34.3 18.2 12.7
1998 627 35.2 17.8 15.8
1999 647 35.5 18.2 19.6
2000 595 35.8 16.6 24.5
2001 538 35.8 15.0 23.2
2002 556 34.1 16.3 24.5
2003 556 34.1 16.3 24.5
2004 552 33.5 16.5 23.6
2005 548 32.2 17.0 28.8
2006 568 33.5 17.0 31.3
2007 538 34.1 15.8 28.3
2008 532 33.8 15.7 25.6
2009 510 32.6 15.6 24.3
2010 509 32.7 15.5 29.7
2011 515 31.6 16.2 32
2012 474 27.0 17.5 32.9
2013 466 26.4 17.6 30.5
2014 464 28.8 16.0 33.8
2015 512 30.0 17.0 35.2
2016 505 30.0 16.8 35
2017 553 32.1 17.1 32
2018 579 33.1 17.4 34.5
2019 588 33.8 17.3 39.6
2020 553 36.5 15.1 32.9
2021 645 44.1 14.5 45.3
2022 691 43.6 15.8 42
2023 689 45.4 15.1 48.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Bess Brannen Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $726 (8.6%) $7,732 (91.4%) $8,458
2020 $724 (8.1%) $8,219 (91.9%) $8,943
2021 $925 (9.6%) $8,753 (90.4%) $9,678

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Bess Brannen Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 247th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 698th of 4647 Elementary schools
 9.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Bess Brannen Elementary)6362
 1%
   3rd Grade Reading (Brazosport Independent School District (Isd))4654
 8%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Bess Brannen Elementary)6453
 11%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Brazosport Independent School District (Isd))5849
 9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Bess Brannen Elementary)7667
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Brazosport Independent School District (Isd))4956
 7%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Bess Brannen Elementary)7765
 12%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Brazosport Independent School District (Isd))5853
 5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students588689
 17.2%
African American2929
American Indian32
 33.3%
Asian1818
Hispanic232254
 9.5%
Pacific Islander11
White290364
 25.5%
Two or More Races1521
 40%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients39.6%48.2%
 8.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Bess Brannen Elementary

In the 2022-23 school year, 689 students attended Bess Brannen Elementary.

Yes. Bess Brannen Elementary ranks in the top 7.3% of Texas elementary schools.

Students at Bess Brannen Elementary are 53% White, 37% Hispanic, 4% African American, 3% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

Students who attend Bess Brannen Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Lake Jackson Intermediate
Middle : Rasco Middle
High : Brazoswood High School


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