Serving 77 students in grades 5-8, 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Browns Valley Middle serves the entire district of Browns Valley, MN, encompassing an area of 53.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Browns Valley Middle School's student population of 77 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Browns Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Browns Valley Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1112 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
64%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1112 out of 1,773 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Browns Valley Middle School?
77 students attend Browns Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Browns Valley Middle School students are American Indian, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Browns Valley Middle School offer ?
Browns Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Browns Valley Middle School part of?
Browns Valley Middle School is part of Browns Valley Public School District.
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