Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brown School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brown School's student population of 409 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Brown School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown School's ranking?
Brown School is ranked #221 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brown School often compared to?
Brown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School, Clarke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brown School?
409 students attend Brown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Brown School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Brown School offer ?
Brown School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Brown School part of?
Brown School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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