Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brown City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown City Elementary School serves the entire Brown City, MI district, encompassing an area of approximately 113.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown City Elementary School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown City Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1486 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown City Elementary School's ranking?
Brown City Elementary School is ranked #1486 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brown City Elementary School often compared to?
Brown City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlette Elementary School, Peck Community Elementary 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 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brown City Elementary School?
362 students attend Brown City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Brown City Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown City Elementary School?
Brown City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brown City Elementary School offer ?
Brown City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brown City Elementary School part of?
Brown City Elementary School is part of Brown City Community Schools.
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