Serving 329 students in grades 4-8, Robert Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Brown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert Brown Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Robert Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Brown Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1233 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
97%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Brown Middle School's ranking?
Robert Brown Middle School is ranked #1233 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Robert Brown Middle School?
329 students attend Robert Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Robert Brown Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Brown Middle School?
Robert Brown Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert Brown Middle School offer ?
Robert Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Brown Middle School part of?
Robert Brown Middle School is part of Greene County School District.
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