As your children go through high school, choosing the right school is equally important as deciding on a perfect home. High school is when students are given the tools to figure out the paths they want to pursue as adults. There are more subjects and extra-curricular activities that students can choose from. Taking on their interests and passions help to shape the critical decisions they need to make as they plan their future.
We are making this task easier for you by comparing two above average high schools: Travis B Bryan High School and James Earl Rudder High School. We compiled relevant data for you to be able to make an informed decision. Both schools are under the jurisdiction of the BRYAN ISD.
Travis B Bryan High School’s regular student population is 2,425 with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1 students/teacher ratio. The student population at James Earl Rudder High School is 1,696 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.3 students/teacher ratio.
Travis B Bryan High School was accorded a State accountability rating of C (70-79) based on three domains: student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps. Scores are scaled from 0 to 100 to align with letter grades. The school scored 77 in student achievement, 82 in school progress and 64 in closing performance gaps. It scored 77 overall in post-secondary readiness, a broad term that refers to student preparedness to undertake multiple pathways after graduation, or specifically, their preparedness for college education.
On the other hand, James Earl Rudder High School also earned a State accountability rating of C. The school posted 78 in student achievement, 79 in school progress, 63 in closing performance gaps and 74 overall in post-secondary readiness.
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| Student Achievement | 77 |
| Student Progress | 82 |
| Closing Performance Gaps | 64 |
| Overall | 77 |
A distinction designation acknowledges districts and campuses for outstanding achievement based on the outcomes of several performance indicators. Distinction designations are awarded for achievement in several areas and are based on performance relative to a group of campuses of similar type, size, grade span, and student demographics.
It is in this area where the two schools differ. Travis B Bryan High School's four out of seven distinctions are in Reading/English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. James Earl Rudder High School’s two out of seven distinctions are in Social Studies and post-secondary.
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Based on Racial/Ethnic Groups, Hispanics comprise the biggest group at Travis B Bryan High School. They make up for 58.31% of student population, followed by Whites or Caucasians (21.40%), African Americans (17.11%), Two or More Races (2.23%), Asians (0.74%) and Native Americans (0.16%).
At James Earl Rudder High School, Hispanics are the biggest group, comprising 65.04% of student population, followed by African Americans (18.57%), Whites or Caucasians (13.97%), Two or More Races (1.71%), Asians (0.29%) and Native Americans (0.29%).
Based on household incomes, the Travis B Bryan High School’s economically disadvantaged students is significantly lower at 71.51% compared to 81.72% at James Earl Rudder High School.
In terms of Limited English Proficiency (LEP), a term used in the United States that refers to a person who is not fluent in the English Language, mainly because it is not their native language, Travis B Bryan High School has a significantly higher number of English Language Learners comprising 26.52% of its student population compared to 31.07% at James Earl Rudder High School.
Travis B Bryan High School’s bilingual students comprise 26.27%, gifted and talented students, 8.41%, while 14.14% are in the special education program. James Earl Rudder High School bilingual students comprise 31.07%, gifted and talented students, 4.42%, and 16.45% are in the special education program.
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 17.11% | 415 |
| Hispanic | 58.31% | 1,414 |
| White | 21.40% | 519 |
| Asian | 0.74% | 18 |
| Native American | 0.16% | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2.23% | 54 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 2,425 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 71.51% | 1,734 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 26.52% | 643 |
| Total Students | 100% | 2,425 |
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 18.57% | 315 |
| Hispanic | 65.04% | 1,103 |
| White | 13.97% | 237 |
| Asian | 0.29% | 5 |
| Native American | 0.29% | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1.71% | 29 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 1,696 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 81.72% | 1,386 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 31.07% | 527 |
| Total Students | 100% | 1,696 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 26.27% | 637 |
| Gifted & Talented | 8.41% | 204 |
| Special Education | 14.14% | 343 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 0.58% | 14 |
| Total Students | 100% | 2,425 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 31.07% | 527 |
| Gifted & Talented | 4.42% | 75 |
| Special Education | 16.45% | 279 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 0.78% | 13 |
| Total Students | 100% | 1,696 |
Travis B Bryan High School's 171 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 8.2 years with individual teaching experience averaging nearly 11.7 years. James Earl Rudder High School's 127 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 5.8 years with individual teaching experience averaging close to 10 years.
Of its teaching staff, Travis B Bryan High School has 12 teachers serving the school for over 30 years, has 22 teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 36 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 33 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 56 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including 13 beginning teachers. James Earl Rudder High School has four teachers serving the school for over 30 years, has 19 teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 26 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 25 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 45 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including 11 beginning teachers.
In both schools, female teachers outnumber the male teachers. Travis B Bryan High School employs 87 female teachers and 84 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, 28 special education teachers are being assisted by 32 teachers aides or paraprofessionals. The school also employs 12 staff members in the school administration department and 23 more working as school support staff.
On the other hand, James Earl Rudder High School employs 69 female teachers and 58 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, 29 special education teachers are being assisted by 15 teachers aides or paraprofessionals. The school also employs 11 staff members in the school administration department and 17 more working as school support staff.
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | 7.22% | 12 |
| 20 - 30 years | 12.63% | 22 |
| 10 - 20 years | 20.78% | 36 |
| 6 - 10 years | 19.44% | 33 |
| 1- 5 years | 32.42% | 56 |
| Beginning Teacher | 7.45% | 13 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 11.7 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 8.2 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 172 |
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | 2.74% | 4 |
| 20 - 30 years | 14.46% | 19 |
| 10 - 20 years | 20.09% | 26 |
| 6 - 10 years | 19.31% | 25 |
| 1- 5 years | 35.11% | 45 |
| Beginning Teacher | 8.29% | 11 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 10 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 5.8 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 128 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
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| Female Teachers | 50.87% | 87 |
| Male Teachers | 49.13% | 84 |
| School Admin | 12 | |
| School Support | 23 | |
| Edu Aids | 32 | |
| Special Education | 27 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 172 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 53.95% | 69 |
| Male Teachers | 46.05% | 59 |
| School Admin | 11 | |
| School Support | 18 | |
| Edu Aids | 14 | |
| Special Education | 28 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 128 |
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