Serving 800 students in grades Kindergarten-12, J. Graham Brown School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: BROWN SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Louisville, KY, encompassing approximately 394.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 13 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Graham Brown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. Graham Brown School's student population of 800 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
800 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
J. Graham Brown School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Graham Brown School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
57%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Graham Brown School's ranking?
J. Graham Brown School is ranked #23 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. Graham Brown School?
The graduation rate of J. Graham Brown School is 90%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend J. Graham Brown School?
800 students attend J. Graham Brown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J. Graham Brown School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Graham Brown School?
J. Graham Brown School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does J. Graham Brown School offer ?
J. Graham Brown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. Graham Brown School part of?
J. Graham Brown School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is J. Graham Brown School located?
J. Graham Brown School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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