Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Browning 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 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Browning Elementary School serves the southeast part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Browning Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Browning 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 Browning Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1122 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Browning Elementary School's ranking?
Browning Elementary School is ranked #1122 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Browning Elementary School often compared to?
Browning Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graebner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Browning Elementary School?
368 students attend Browning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Browning Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Browning Elementary School?
Browning Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Browning Elementary School offer ?
Browning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Browning Elementary School part of?
Browning Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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