G.W. Brackenridge High School is a public high school located in central San Antonio, Texas, and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. This school is one of 12 high school schools in the San Antonio Independent School District.
Serving 1,656 students in grades 9-12, Brackenridge High School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brackenridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brackenridge High School's student population of 1,656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Rankings
Brackenridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brackenridge High School is 0.12, 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
#6941 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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 is Brackenridge High School's ranking?
Brackenridge High School is ranked #6941 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Brackenridge High School often compared to?
Brackenridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamo Heights High School, Burbank High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brackenridge High School?
The graduation rate of Brackenridge High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brackenridge High School?
1,656 students attend Brackenridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brackenridge High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brackenridge High School?
Brackenridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brackenridge High School offer ?
Brackenridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brackenridge High School part of?
Brackenridge High School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Brackenridge High School located?
Brackenridge High School is located in the King William neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in King William.
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