For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 928 students in Brownstown, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Brownstown, IN are Brownstown Elementary School and Brownstown Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brownstown, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Brownstown have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Brownstown, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownstown Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 S Base Rd
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Brownstown Central Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 W Walnut St
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Gr: 6-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Brownstown, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Brownstown, IN include Brownstown Elementary School and Brownstown Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Brownstown?
2 public elementary schools are located in Brownstown.
What is the racial composition of students in Brownstown?
Brownstown public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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