The J. Graham Brown School, usually called The Brown School, is a small magnet school located in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, United States. It has approximately 750 students in kindergarten through 12th grade, and attracts students from all over Louisville.
Serving 753 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 16:1 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 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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%)
- 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 753 students has stayed relatively flat 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
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Motto
Building a Community of Learners
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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
57%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend J. Graham Brown School?
753 students attend J. Graham Brown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J. Graham Brown School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Graham Brown School?
J. Graham Brown School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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