Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Braun Station Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (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 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braun Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Braun Station Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Braun Station 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 Braun Station Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2704 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braun Station Elementary School's ranking?
Braun Station Elementary School is ranked #2704 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?
49% 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 Braun Station Elementary School?
390 students attend Braun Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Braun Station Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Braun Station Elementary School?
Braun Station Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Braun Station Elementary School offer ?
Braun Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Braun Station Elementary School part of?
Braun Station Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Braun Station Elementary School located?
Braun Station Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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