Serving 251 students in grades 1-5, Brown Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Avenue School serves the northwest part of Johnston, RI, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.9 miles, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown Avenue School's student population of 251 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Brown Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Avenue School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Koalas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Avenue School's ranking?
Brown Avenue School is ranked #107 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Brown Avenue School often compared to?
Brown Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winsor Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Brown Avenue School?
251 students attend Brown Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brown Avenue School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Avenue School?
Brown Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Avenue School offer ?
Brown Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Avenue School part of?
Brown Avenue School is part of Johnston School District.
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