Serving 183 students in grades 3-5, Brown Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Brown Upper Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Brown Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Upper Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1033 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
61%
41%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Upper Elementary School is ranked #1033 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Brown Upper Elementary School?
183 students attend Brown Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Brown Upper Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Upper Elementary School?
Brown Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brown Upper Elementary School offer ?
Brown Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Upper Elementary School part of?
Brown Upper Elementary School is part of Webster Parish School District.
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