Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brownell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brownell Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brownell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownell Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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
#575 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownell Elementary School's ranking?
Brownell Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Brownell Elementary School?
337 students attend Brownell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brownell Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownell Elementary School?
Brownell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brownell Elementary School offer ?
Brownell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brownell Elementary School part of?
Brownell Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Brownell Elementary School located?
Brownell Elementary School is located in the University Place neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 3 other public schools located in University Place.
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