Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brown Street Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Street Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brown Street Academy's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Street Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Street Academy is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1899 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
90%
9%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Street Academy's ranking?
Brown Street Academy is ranked #1899 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Brown Street Academy?
245 students attend Brown Street Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Brown Street Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Street Academy?
Brown Street Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Street Academy offer ?
Brown Street Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brown Street Academy part of?
Brown Street Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Brown Street Academy located?
Brown Street Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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