Brownsville Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)100%
53%
Black
(19-20)n/a
13%
White
(19-20)n/a
27%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
96%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Learning Academy?
127 students attend Brownsville Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Brownsville Learning Academy students are Hispanic.
What grades does Brownsville Learning Academy offer ?
Brownsville Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Brownsville Learning Academy part of?
Brownsville Learning Academy is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Learning Academy located?
Brownsville Learning Academy is located in the Mitte Cultural District neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Mitte Cultural District.
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