Serving 586 students in grades 5-8, Brownell Middle 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 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownell Middle 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
Brownell Middle School's student population of 586 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Brownell Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownell Middle School is 0.32, 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
#266 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Brownell Middle School's ranking?
Brownell Middle School is ranked #266 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brownell Middle School often compared to?
Brownell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parcells Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brownell Middle School?
586 students attend Brownell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Brownell Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownell Middle School?
Brownell Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brownell Middle School offer ?
Brownell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownell Middle School part of?
Brownell Middle School is part of Grosse Pointe School District.
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