Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brown Elementary School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Brown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#33 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
20%
14%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Elementary School, Delaware Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Brown Elementary School?
555 students attend Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brown Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Elementary School?
Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brown Elementary School offer ?
Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Elementary School part of?
Brown Elementary School is part of Brownsburg Community School Corp School District.
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