Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Elementary School serves the southwest area of Byron Center, MI, encompassing approximately 15.8 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brown Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
75%
63%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School, Marshall Elementary School, Cross Creek Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brown Elementary School?
438 students attend Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Brown Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Elementary School?
Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brown Elementary School offer ?
Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Elementary School part of?
Brown Elementary School is part of Byron Center School District.
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