Needs Improvement
#1669 of 1,823 schools in IN
Margaret R Brown Elementary School
Elementary School · Seymour Community Schools
550 Miller Ln, Seymour, IN 47274
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,669 of 1,823
In Seymour
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Seymour Community Schools
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Margaret R Brown Elementary School
Elementary School in Seymour · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Margaret R Brown Elementary School
Margaret R Brown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seymour, IN, part of Seymour Community Schools. Margaret R Brown Elementary School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret R Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,669 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret R Brown Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Margaret R Brown Elementary School — Students at Margaret R Brown Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.6/10.
How Margaret R Brown Elementary School Compares
See how Margaret R Brown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
550 Miller Ln, Seymour, IN 47274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret R Brown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scipio Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Scipio), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seymour Middle School Seymour | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seymour | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seymour | 1.0 mi | — |
| Emerson Elementary School Seymour | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Seymour-Jackson Elementary School Seymour | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Seymour-Redding Elementary School Seymour | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Seymour | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Seymour Senior High School Seymour | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seymour | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Cortland Elementary School Seymour | 4.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seymour | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WHITE CREEK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 8.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Hayden Elementary School Hayden | 7.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Crothersville Jr-Sr High School Crothersville | 11.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Crothersville Elementary School Crothersville | 11.1 mi | 3.4 |
| LUTHERAN CENTRAL SCHOOL Brownstown | 10.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Brownstown Central High School Brownstown | 10.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Brownstown Elementary School Brownstown | 10.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Brownstown Central Middle School Brownstown | 10.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Scipio Elementary School Scipio | 12.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,186
Median Home Value
$187,800
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
32,786
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
37.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Avondale Meadows Academy Indianapolis, IN | 3.6 |
| Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis, IN | 3.6 |
| Central Elementary School Beech Grove, IN | 3.6 |
| Deer Run Elementary Indianapolis, IN | 3.6 |
| Eleanor Skillen School 34 Indianapolis, IN | 3.6 |
| Frederick Douglass School 19 Indianapolis, IN | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret R Brown Elementary School
What grades does Margaret R Brown Elementary School serve?
Margaret R Brown Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Margaret R Brown Elementary School?
Margaret R Brown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret R Brown Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret R Brown Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret R Brown Elementary School rank in IN?
Margaret R Brown Elementary School ranks #1,669 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Margaret R Brown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret R Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Margaret R Brown Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret R Brown Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Margaret R Brown Elementary School a charter school?
No, Margaret R Brown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret R Brown Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Margaret R Brown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret R Brown Elementary School?
59.0% of students at Margaret R Brown Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (812) 522-5539
Resources & Links
District
Seymour Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,473
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,276
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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