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Brown County High School

High School · Brown County School Corporation

235 School House Lane PO Box 6, Nashville, IN 47448

Enrollment

488

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#910 of 1,823

In Nashville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Brown County School Corporation

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Brown County High School

6.4/10

High School in Nashville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brown County Middle School

5.2/10

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9.0/10

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About Brown County High School

Brown County High School is a public high school in Nashville, IN, part of Brown County School Corporation. Brown County High School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #910 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Brown County High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with IN schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Brown County High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

33% of students at Brown County High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation10.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,439
Chronic Absenteeism32.8%

Brown County High School — Students at Brown County High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Brown County High School Compares

See how Brown County High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in IN
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

235 School House Lane PO Box 6, Nashville, IN 47448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brown County High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Unionville Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Childs Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Helmsburg Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Morgantown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown County Middle School Nashville 0.1 mi 5.2
Helmsburg Elementary School Morgantown 5.3 mi 9.0
Sprunica Elementary School Nineveh 6.3 mi 7.2
Van Buren Elementary School Nashville 6.5 mi 7.0
Unionville Elementary School Unionville 9.3 mi 9.5
Indian Creek Elementary School Trafalgar 14.5 mi 5.7
Indian Creek Intermediate School Trafalgar 14.6 mi 6.0
Indian Creek Middle School Trafalgar 14.7 mi 7.0
Indian Creek Sr High School Trafalgar 14.7 mi 7.2
Mount Healthy Elementary School Columbus 13.6 mi 4.8
University Elementary School Bloomington 12.9 mi 9.0
ABC LEARNING CENTRE, INC (DBA ABC-STEWART SCHOOL) Columbus 13.3 mi 8.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomington 14.2 mi 6.7
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomington 14.2 mi 6.2
South Elementary School of Communications Martinsville 16.7 mi 5.6
Binford Elementary School Bloomington 14.3 mi 8.5
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomington 14.4 mi 7.8
Rogers Elementary School Bloomington 14.4 mi 8.2
Green Township Elementary School Martinsville 18.4 mi 8.2
Childs Elementary School Bloomington 14.8 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,136

Median Home Value

$245,600

Median Rent

$1,032/mo

Population

7,719

College Educated

27.9%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

51.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brown County High School

What grades does Brown County High School serve?

Brown County High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brown County High School?

Brown County High School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown County High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brown County High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brown County High School rank in IN?

Brown County High School ranks #910 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Brown County High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brown County High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brown County High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown County High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Brown County High School a charter school?

No, Brown County High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brown County High School a Title I school?

No, Brown County High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown County High School?

53.3% of students at Brown County High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Brown County School Corporation
District Enrollment
1,594
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,439
District Rank
#4 of 5

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