Serving 815 students in grades 6-7, Brownstown Middle School 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 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownstown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brownstown Middle School's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brownstown Middle School 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 Brownstown Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1662 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
59%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownstown Middle School's ranking?
Brownstown Middle School is ranked #1662 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brownstown Middle School often compared to?
Brownstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park Middle School, Seitz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brownstown Middle School?
815 students attend Brownstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brownstown Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownstown Middle School?
Brownstown Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brownstown Middle School offer ?
Brownstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Brownstown Middle School part of?
Brownstown Middle School is part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District.
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