Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Willie Brown Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willie Brown Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Willie Brown Academy's student population of 584 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Challenging scholars daily!
School Rankings
Willie Brown Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willie Brown Academy is 0.74, 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
#867 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
40%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Willie Brown Academy's ranking?
Willie Brown Academy is ranked #867 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Willie Brown Academy often compared to?
Willie Brown Academyis often viewed alongside schools like J L Boren Elementary School, Nancy Neal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Willie Brown Academy?
584 students attend Willie Brown Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Willie Brown Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willie Brown Academy?
Willie Brown Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willie Brown Academy offer ?
Willie Brown Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Willie Brown Academy part of?
Willie Brown Academy is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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