Serving 334 students in grades 7-12, Brown City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brown City High School's student population of 334 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown City High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brown City Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown City High School's ranking?
Brown City High School is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brown City High School often compared to?
Brown City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carsonvilleport Sanilac High School, Sandusky Juniorsenior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brown City High School?
The graduation rate of Brown City High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Brown City High School?
334 students attend Brown City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Brown City High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown City High School?
Brown City High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brown City High School offer ?
Brown City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brown City High School part of?
Brown City High School is part of Brown City Community Schools.
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