Serving 508 students in grades 5-8, Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2447 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
15%
17%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Middle School's ranking?
Brown Middle School is ranked #2447 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Brown Middle School often compared to?
Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R B Chamberlin Middle School, James A Garfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Brown Middle School?
508 students attend Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Brown Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Middle School?
Brown Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brown Middle School offer ?
Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Middle School part of?
Brown Middle School is part of Ravenna City School District.
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