Serving 605 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 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (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 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Brownell Middle 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 Brownell Middle School is 0.31, 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
#201 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownell Middle School's ranking?
Brownell Middle School is ranked #201 out of 3,025 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 Beach Middle School, Parcells Middle School, Pierce Middle 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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brownell Middle School?
605 students attend Brownell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Brownell Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownell Middle School?
Brownell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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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