Serving 367 students in grades 5-8, Browns River Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Browns River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Browns River Middle School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Browns River Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Browns River Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
91%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Browns River Middle School's ranking?
Browns River Middle School is ranked #47 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Browns River Middle School often compared to?
Browns River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colchester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Browns River Middle School?
367 students attend Browns River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Browns River Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Browns River Middle School?
Browns River Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Browns River Middle School offer ?
Browns River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Browns River Middle School part of?
Browns River Middle School is part of Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District #401.
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