Serving 215 students in grades 1-5, Brown Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brown Avenue School's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Campus Size
5
School Mascot
Koalas
School Rankings
Brown Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Avenue School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Koalas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Avenue School's ranking?
Brown Avenue School is ranked #107 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Brown Avenue School often compared to?
Brown Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winsor Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Brown Avenue School?
215 students attend Brown Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brown Avenue School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Avenue School?
Brown Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Avenue School offer ?
Brown Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Avenue School part of?
Brown Avenue School is part of Johnston School District.
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