Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brown Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 3069 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School, Cross Creek Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brown Elementary School?
583 students attend Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brown Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Elementary School?
Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brown Elementary School offer ?
Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Brown Elementary School part of?
Brown Elementary School is part of Byron Center School District.
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