Brazos High School is a public high school located in the city of Wallis, Texas. It is a part of the Brazos Independent School District located in central Austin County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL.
Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Brazos High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brazos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brazos High School's student population of 317 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Brazos High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brazos High School is 0.57, 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
#3620 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
54%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
37%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars/cougarettes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brazos High School's ranking?
Brazos High School is ranked #3620 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brazos High School often compared to?
Brazos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sealy High School, Bellville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brazos High School?
The graduation rate of Brazos High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brazos High School?
317 students attend Brazos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brazos High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brazos High School?
Brazos High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brazos High School offer ?
Brazos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brazos High School part of?
Brazos High School is part of Brazos Independent School District.
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