Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brownsville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownsville Elementary serves the east part of Bremerton, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families can generally expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brownsville Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownsville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownsville Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Polar Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownsville Elementary School's ranking?
Brownsville Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Brownsville Elementary School often compared to?
Brownsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esquire Hills Elementary School, Emerald Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Elementary School?
422 students attend Brownsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Brownsville Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownsville Elementary School?
Brownsville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brownsville Elementary School offer ?
Brownsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownsville Elementary School part of?
Brownsville Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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