Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brownsville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownsville Elementary serves the west part of Crozet, VA, covering an area of approximately 68.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive, averaging about 3 miles from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is located up to 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brownsville Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Brownsville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownsville Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
79%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownsville Elementary School's ranking?
Brownsville Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Brownsville Elementary School often compared to?
Brownsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crozet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Elementary School?
530 students attend Brownsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brownsville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownsville Elementary School?
Brownsville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brownsville Elementary School offer ?
Brownsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Elementary School part of?
Brownsville Elementary School is part of Albemarle County School District.
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