Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Browns Point Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Browns Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Browns Point Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Browns Point Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Browns Point Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Browns Point Elementary School's ranking?
Browns Point Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Browns Point Elementary School often compared to?
Browns Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Browns Point Elementary School?
397 students attend Browns Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Browns Point Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Browns Point Elementary School?
Browns Point Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Browns Point Elementary School offer ?
Browns Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Browns Point Elementary School part of?
Browns Point Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
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