Bill Brown Elementary

Summary:

Bill Brown Elementary is a public elementary school located in Spring Branch, Texas, serving 910 students in grades PK-5 and part of the Comal Independent School District (ISD), which is ranked 87 out of 968 districts in Texas.

Bill Brown Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Texas, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and STAAR test scores that significantly outperform the district and state averages across all grade levels and subjects. The school has a diverse student population, with 59.23% White, 34.29% Hispanic, 1.43% African American, and 4.29% two or more races. While the school excels in the performance of most student subgroups, its ranking for English Language Learner (ELL) students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds is relatively lower, suggesting a need for targeted interventions and support for these populations.

Compared to nearby schools in the Comal ISD, Bill Brown Elementary outperforms most, including Startzville Elementary, Indian Springs Elementary, Timberwood Park Elementary, and Mh Specht Elementary. However, Rahe Bulverde Elementary, located just 3.44 miles away, also performs exceptionally well, ranking 139th out of 4,675 Texas elementary schools in 2023-2024, with similar high STAAR test scores.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 20410 Hwy 46 W
       Spring Branch, TX  78070-6118


(830) 885-1400

District: Comal Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
132nd of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,268 Help


Students who attend Bill Brown Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Smithson Valley Middle
High:    Smithson Valley High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.3 Help
Number of students:  910

Racial breakdown:

White:
59.2%
Hispanic:
34.3%
Two or more races:
4.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  25.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Bill Brown Elementary ranks better than 97.2% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 2nd among 18 ranked elementary schools in the Comal Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 96.28. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (59.2%), Hispanic (34.3%), two or more races (4.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 25.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bill Brown Elementary is 16.3. 12 elementary schools in the Comal Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bill Brown Elementary is $8,268. 14 elementary schools in the Comal Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Bill Brown Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Comal Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Comal Independent School District (Isd) 87th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Bill Brown Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 69.72 998th 3465 71.2%
2005 58.22 1615th 3475 53.5%
2006 69.33 1057th 3476 69.6%
2007 79.09 488th 3724 86.9%
2008 82.49 345th 3768 90.8%
2009 81.34 417th 3884 89.3%
2010 74.04 841st 3937 78.6%
2011 81.02 424th 4095 89.6%
2012 81.48 582nd 4206 86.2%
2013 78.23 733rd 4221 82.6%
2014 70.98 1176th 4260 72.4%
2015 81.12 669th 4320 84.5%
2016 80.32 728th 4286 83.0%
2017 81.61 649th 4329 85.0%
2018 86.08 488th 4359 88.8%
2019 84.67 532nd 4479 88.1%
2021 91.55 333rd 4578 92.7%
2022 89.85 360th 4581 92.1%
2023 89.76 386th 4647 91.7%
2024 96.28 132nd 4675 97.2%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 59.20 356th 961 63.0%
2022 75.79 179th 1004 82.2%
2023 73.74 233rd 1099 78.8%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.58 2179th 3226 32.5%
2019 41.24 2044th 3333 38.7%
2021 47.94 1582nd 3446 54.1%
2022 42.04 2113th 3487 39.4%
2023 41.00 2203rd 3556 38.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.04 1521st 3558 57.3%
2019 68.25 638th 3684 82.7%
2021 80.74 310th 3799 91.8%
2022 86.45 215th 3952 94.6%
2023 75.28 518th 4086 87.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.31 1883rd 4264 55.8%
2019 56.53 1597th 4309 62.9%
2021 78.32 500th 4451 88.8%
2022 74.63 664th 4477 85.2%
2023 68.67 987th 4521 78.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.50 685th 4306 84.1%
2019 79.81 649th 4348 85.1%
2021 88.35 408th 4499 90.9%
2022 86.29 439th 4561 90.4%
2023 83.34 584th 4588 87.3%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.05 1545th 3106 50.3%
2019 54.78 1800th 3184 43.5%
2021 76.94 537th 3006 82.1%
2022 69.51 799th 2958 73.0%
2023 69.28 882nd 2980 70.4%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.83 2241st 4240 47.1%
2019 60.20 1320th 4295 69.3%
2021 61.67 1121st 4331 74.1%
2022 68.62 908th 4461 79.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.27 340th 4319 92.1%
2019 86.22 421st 4357 90.3%
2021 92.20 277th 4498 93.8%
2022 89.50 341st 4563 92.5%
2023 91.36 277th 4585 94.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.19 944th 4168 77.4%
2019 72.08 773rd 4188 81.5%
2021 79.70 523rd 4329 87.9%
2022 76.59 645th 4376 85.3%
2023 77.82 610th 4401 86.1%
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Rank History for White students at Bill Brown Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.96 340th 3127 89.1%
2019 81.30 385th 3142 87.7%
2021 85.65 221st 3082 92.8%
2022 83.94 274th 3082 91.1%
2023 83.73 297th 3106 90.4%
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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 Bill Brown Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1992 645 6 3 108 0 n/a n/a 0 762
1993 673 3 2 97 0 n/a n/a 0 775
1994 706 7 1 111 1 n/a n/a 0 826
1995 773 6 2 126 1 n/a n/a 0 908
1996 773 6 2 126 1 n/a n/a 0 908
1997 592 3 3 95 0 n/a n/a 0 693
1998 618 9 4 109 1 n/a n/a 0 741
1999 656 5 5 112 1 n/a n/a 0 779
2000 639 7 3 127 0 n/a n/a 0 776
2001 689 4 2 130 1 n/a n/a 0 826
2002 534 6 0 142 0 n/a n/a 0 682
2003 534 6 0 142 0 n/a n/a 0 682
2004 526 6 6 157 0 n/a n/a 0 695
2005 529 8 6 172 0 n/a n/a 0 715
2006 558 14 9 191 0 n/a n/a 0 772
2007 544 12 7 201 0 n/a n/a 0 764
2008 584 14 7 213 0 n/a n/a 0 818
2009 427 7 4 222 0 n/a n/a 0 660
2010 443 7 10 253 0 n/a n/a 0 713
2011 364 2 7 324 0 0 14 0 711
2012 348 1 6 325 0 0 12 0 692
2013 336 1 8 325 2 1 14 0 687
2014 338 6 9 216 0 0 11 0 580
2015 354 2 9 215 1 0 15 0 596
2016 380 4 11 238 1 0 12 0 646
2017 397 8 6 233 0 0 15 0 659
2018 391 9 4 256 1 0 17 0 678
2019 412 12 5 258 0 0 18 0 705
2020 433 10 4 282 1 0 23 0 753
2021 436 10 4 276 1 0 22 0 749
2022 495 10 1 309 1 0 33 0 849
2023 539 13 4 312 3 0 39 0 910

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 Bill Brown Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 762 37.3 20.4 29.1
1993 775 47.0 16.5 35
1994 826 48.5 17.0 27.5
1995 908 55.2 16.4 28.1
1996 908 55.2 16.4 28.1
1997 693 44.5 15.6 32.3
1998 741 45.3 16.4 20.8
1999 779 49.1 15.9 36.2
2000 776 49.0 15.8 32.1
2001 826 49.7 16.6 31.1
2002 682 44.8 15.2 29.2
2003 682 44.8 15.2 29.2
2004 695 40.0 17.4 25.6
2005 715 46.0 15.5 26.2
2006 772 49.8 15.5 26
2007 764 51.7 14.8 27.6
2008 818 51.9 15.8 28.1
2009 660 44.3 14.9 32
2010 713 44.7 15.9 34.1
2011 711 41.0 17.3 38.4
2012 692 40.0 17.2 38.2
2013 687 38.9 17.6 37.1
2014 580 36.3 15.9 26.2
2015 596 39.0 15.2 26.8
2016 646 41.0 15.7 25.7
2017 659 41.8 15.7 24.9
2018 678 40.0 16.9 25.5
2019 705 43.4 16.2 24.3
2020 753 44.9 16.7 26.6
2021 749 46.8 16.0 28.3
2022 849 48.0 17.6 23.2
2023 910 55.6 16.3 25.7

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 Bill Brown Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 762 37.3 20.4 29.1
1993 775 47.0 16.5 35
1994 826 48.5 17.0 27.5
1995 908 55.2 16.4 28.1
1996 908 55.2 16.4 28.1
1997 693 44.5 15.6 32.3
1998 741 45.3 16.4 20.8
1999 779 49.1 15.9 36.2
2000 776 49.0 15.8 32.1
2001 826 49.7 16.6 31.1
2002 682 44.8 15.2 29.2
2003 682 44.8 15.2 29.2
2004 695 40.0 17.4 25.6
2005 715 46.0 15.5 26.2
2006 772 49.8 15.5 26
2007 764 51.7 14.8 27.6
2008 818 51.9 15.8 28.1
2009 660 44.3 14.9 32
2010 713 44.7 15.9 34.1
2011 711 41.0 17.3 38.4
2012 692 40.0 17.2 38.2
2013 687 38.9 17.6 37.1
2014 580 36.3 15.9 26.2
2015 596 39.0 15.2 26.8
2016 646 41.0 15.7 25.7
2017 659 41.8 15.7 24.9
2018 678 40.0 16.9 25.5
2019 705 43.4 16.2 24.3
2020 753 44.9 16.7 26.6
2021 749 46.8 16.0 28.3
2022 849 48.0 17.6 23.2
2023 910 55.6 16.3 25.7

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 Bill Brown Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $763 (9.9%) $6,913 (90.1%) $7,676
2020 $714 (9.1%) $7,173 (90.9%) $7,887
2021 $882 (10.7%) $7,387 (89.3%) $8,268

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Bill Brown 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 532nd of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 386th of 4647 Elementary schools
 3.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Bill Brown Elementary)5969
 10%
   3rd Grade Reading (Comal Independent School District (Isd))5563
 8%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Bill Brown Elementary)5766
 9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Comal Independent School District (Isd))5760
 3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Bill Brown Elementary)7466
 8%
   4th Grade Reading (Comal Independent School District (Isd))5563
 8%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Bill Brown Elementary)6665
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Comal Independent School District (Isd))5961
 2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Bill Brown Elementary)8080
   5th Grade Reading (Comal Independent School District (Isd))6771
 4%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Bill Brown Elementary)6172
 11%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Comal Independent School District (Isd))6766
 1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Bill Brown Elementary)6058
 2%
   5th Grade Science (Comal Independent School District (Isd))6355
 8%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students705910
 29.1%
African American1213
 8.3%
American Indian03
Asian54
 20%
Hispanic258312
 20.9%
Pacific Islander00
White412539
 30.8%
Two or More Races1839
 116.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients24.3%25.7%
 1.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Bill Brown Elementary

Students who attend Bill Brown Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Smithson Valley Middle
High : Smithson Valley High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 910 students attended Bill Brown Elementary.

Students at Bill Brown Elementary are 59% White, 34% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 1% African American.

Yes! Bill Brown Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 132nd of 4675 Texas elementary schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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