- PULLAM EL — Grades PK–5 · 889 students
- CROMACK - CASTANEDA EL — Grades PK–5 · 823 students
- BENAVIDES EL — Grades PK–5 · 818 students
- PAREDES EL — Grades PK–5 · 798 students
- HUDSON EL — Grades PK–5 · 751 students
- CHAMPION EL — Grades PK–5 · 710 students
- VERMILLION ROAD EL — Grades PK–5 · 654 students
- BURNS EL — Grades PK–5 · 651 students
- CANALES EL — Grades PK–5 · 630 students
- AIKEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 630 students
- PEREZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 615 students
- GONZALEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 596 students
- BRITE EL — Grades PK–5 · 584 students
- ORTIZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 564 students
- KELLER EL — Grades PK–5 · 537 students
- YTURRIA EL — Grades PK–5 · 526 students
- DEL CASTILLO - MORNINGSIDE EL — Grades PK–5 · 526 students
- GARZA AT SOUTHMOST EL — Grades PK–5 · 524 students
- EGLY EL — Grades PK–5 · 520 students
- BREEDEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 511 students
- PENA EL — Grades PK–5 · 501 students
- PUTEGNAT EL — Grades PK–5 · 444 students
- SHARP EL — Grades PK–5 · 432 students
- RUSSELL EL — Grades PK–5 · 418 students
- MARTIN EL — Grades PK–5 · 415 students
- + 6 more elementary schools
- STILLMAN MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 964 students
- FAULK MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 885 students
- GARCIA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 870 students
- MANZANO MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 837 students
- STELL MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 733 students
- OLIVEIRA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 699 students
- VELA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 658 students
- LUCIO MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 627 students
- BESTEIRO MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 558 students
- PERKINS MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 480 students
- VETERANS MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,216 students
- RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,150 students
- HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,039 students
- LOPEZ EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,739 students
- PACE EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,621 students
- PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,543 students
- BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 311 students
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- CAMERON CO J J A E P — Grades 8–12 · 8 students
- LINCOLN PARK SCH — Grades PK–12
- BROWNSVILLE ACADEMIC CENTER — Grades 6–12
- CROMACK EL
- DEL CASTILLO EL
- GARZA EL
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| Metric | Brownsville Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 37,898 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 56 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,011/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Independent School District (this district) | 7/10 | 61st | 37,898 |
| Point Isabel Independent School District | 5/10 | 41st | 1,930 |
| Donna Independent School District | 3/10 | 20th | — |
| Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District | 8/10 | 79th | 10,565 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 61st percentile → 7/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Brownsville Independent School District
Brownsville Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 78520 in Brownsville, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 78520. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Brownsville Independent School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Texas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Brownsville Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 78520
Children in zip code 78520 are assigned to Brownsville Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 78520, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Brownsville Independent School District at (956)548-8000 or visit www.bisd.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Brownsville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Brownsville Independent School District serves zip code 78520, homes in and around zip code 78520 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Brownsville Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 78520.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Brownsville Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 78520 data.