Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richard L. Brown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-44% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
32%
Black
(15-16)92%
23%
White
(15-16)5%
39%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)3%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Richard L. Brown Elementary School?
382 students attend Richard L. Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Richard L. Brown Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard L. Brown Elementary School?
Richard L. Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard L. Brown Elementary School offer ?
Richard L. Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Richard L. Brown Elementary School part of?
Richard L. Brown Elementary School is part of Duval School District.
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
