Serving 55 students in grades 5-9, Browns Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Browns Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Browns Valley Middle School's student population of 55 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Browns Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Browns Valley Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1078 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
45%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Browns Valley Middle School's ranking?
Browns Valley Middle School is ranked #1078 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Browns Valley Middle School?
55 students attend Browns Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Browns Valley Middle School students are White, 45% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Browns Valley Middle School?
Browns Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Browns Valley Middle School offer ?
Browns Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-9
What school district is Browns Valley Middle School part of?
Browns Valley Middle School is part of Browns Valley Public School Dist School District.
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