Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Frank I Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank I Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank I Brown Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank I Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank I Brown Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
3%
Black
22%
5%
White
63%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank I Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Frank I Brown Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Frank I Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Frank I Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dora L Small Elementary School, Dyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Frank I Brown Elementary School?
235 students attend Frank I Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Frank I Brown Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank I Brown Elementary School?
Frank I Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank I Brown Elementary School offer ?
Frank I Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Frank I Brown Elementary School part of?
Frank I Brown Elementary School is part of South Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank I Brown Elementary School located?
Frank I Brown Elementary School is located in the Knightville neighborhood of South Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in Knightville.
School Reviews
5 4/18/2011
We moved to So. Portland this year and are happy to say that we LOVE Brown School!! The teachers are fantastic, as is all the staff, and the offering of extracurriculars is wide. Our oldest was thrilled to find a Lego Robotics League here! The kids seem to be learning a lot and communication with their teachers has been amazing. The facilities are clean and comfortable, with a touch of old-school (in the older wing of the school) and the PTA here is just WOW. They foot the bill for many of the field trips, among other things, and provide so many activities and family events that we all enjoy. Nothing but raves from us for Brown School!! :)
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