Serving 93 students in grades 3-4, Brownville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brownville Elementary School's student population of 93 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Brownville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownville Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#172 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
94%
85%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownville Elementary School's ranking?
Brownville Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brownville Elementary School?
93 students attend Brownville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brownville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownville Elementary School?
Brownville Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownville Elementary School offer ?
Brownville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brownville Elementary School part of?
Brownville Elementary School is part of RSU 41/MSAD 41 School District.
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