Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Lucille M. Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucille M. Brown Middle serves the southwest part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest boundary reaching up to 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucille M. Brown Middle School's student population of 605 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Lucille M. Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucille M. Brown Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1555 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
68%
21%
White
7%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille M. Brown Middle School's ranking?
Lucille M. Brown Middle School is ranked #1555 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lucille M. Brown Middle School often compared to?
Lucille M. Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lucille M. Brown Middle School?
605 students attend Lucille M. Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lucille M. Brown Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille M. Brown Middle School?
Lucille M. Brown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucille M. Brown Middle School offer ?
Lucille M. Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lucille M. Brown Middle School part of?
Lucille M. Brown Middle School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lucille M. Brown Middle School located?
Lucille M. Brown Middle School is located in the Jahnke neighborhood of Richmond, VA.
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