Serving 206 students in grades 5-6, Brownstone Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownstone Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Brownstone Intermediate School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownstone Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownstone Intermediate School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownstone Intermediate School's ranking?
Brownstone Intermediate School is ranked #315 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Brownstone Intermediate School?
206 students attend Brownstone Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Brownstone Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownstone Intermediate School?
Brownstone Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brownstone Intermediate School offer ?
Brownstone Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownstone Intermediate School part of?
Brownstone Intermediate School is part of Portland School District.
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