Serving 186 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Upper Elementary School serves the northern part of Springhill, LA, covering an area of approximately 29.2 square miles. Families typically face a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown Upper Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Together, Succeeding Together
School Rankings
Brown Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Upper Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1060 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Upper Elementary School is ranked #1060 out of 1,244 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
186 students attend Brown Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brown Upper Elementary School students are Black, 31% of 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 Upper Elementary School?
Brown Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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