Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brazos Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brazos Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brazos Bend Elementary School's student population of 739 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brazos Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brazos Bend Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1425 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brazos Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Brazos Bend Elementary School is ranked #1425 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brazos Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Brazos Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Brazos Bend Elementary School?
739 students attend Brazos Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Brazos Bend Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brazos Bend Elementary School?
Brazos Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brazos Bend Elementary School offer ?
Brazos Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brazos Bend Elementary School part of?
Brazos Bend Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brazos Bend Elementary School located?
Brazos Bend Elementary School is located in the New Territory neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in New Territory.
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