Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brownell Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownell Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brownell Stem Academy's student population of 279 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brownell Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownell Stem Academy is 0.21, 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
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
89%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownell Stem Academy's ranking?
Brownell Stem Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brownell Stem Academy often compared to?
Brownell Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce School, Durant Tuuri Mott School, Doyleryder School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brownell Stem Academy?
279 students attend Brownell Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brownell Stem Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownell Stem Academy?
Brownell Stem Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brownell Stem Academy offer ?
Brownell Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brownell Stem Academy part of?
Brownell Stem Academy is part of Flint School District Of The City Of.
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