Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,056 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2115 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
17%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School's ranking?
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School is ranked #2115 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School often compared to?
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Academy For Excell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School?
1,056 students attend Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School?
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School offer ?
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School part of?
Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School is part of Garland Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review Classical Center At Brandenburg Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
