Brenham High School is a public high school located in the city of Brenham, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Brenham Independent School District located in central Washington County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,544 students in grades 9-12, Brenham High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brenham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brenham High School's student population of 1,544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Brenham High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brenham High School is 0.68, 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
#4941 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brenham Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brenham High School's ranking?
Brenham High School is ranked #4941 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brenham High School often compared to?
Brenham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brenham High School?
The graduation rate of Brenham High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brenham High School?
1,544 students attend Brenham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Brenham High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brenham High School?
Brenham High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brenham High School offer ?
Brenham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brenham High School part of?
Brenham High School is part of Brenham Independent School District.
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