Serving 600 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 94% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- 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 600 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 3069 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 3,069 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, Cross Creek Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
600 students attend Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Brown Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Elementary School?
Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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