Brookesmith Plato serves 5 students in grades 4-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookesmith Plato ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brookesmith Plato's student population of 5 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brookesmith Plato is 0.48, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
70%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brookesmith Plato?
5 students attend Brookesmith Plato.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brookesmith Plato students are Hispanic, and 40% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookesmith Plato?
Brookesmith Plato has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brookesmith Plato offer ?
Brookesmith Plato offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Brookesmith Plato part of?
Brookesmith Plato is part of Brookesmith Independent School District.
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