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General Brown Junior-senior High School
High School · GENERAL BROWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
17643 CEMETERY RD, Dexter, NY 13634
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,491 of 4,742
In Dexter
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
GENERAL BROWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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General Brown Junior-senior High School
High School in Dexter · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About General Brown Junior-senior High School
General Brown Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Dexter, NY, part of GENERAL BROWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. General Brown Junior-senior High School serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. General Brown Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,491 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for General Brown Junior-senior High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
General Brown Junior-senior 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.
Score Breakdown
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General Brown Junior-senior High School — Students at General Brown Junior-senior High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 4.6/10.
How General Brown Junior-senior High School Compares
See how General Brown Junior-senior High 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
17643 CEMETERY RD, Dexter, NY 13634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering General Brown Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dexter, see our Dexter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,461
Median Home Value
$214,800
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
3,866
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about General Brown Junior-senior High School
What grades does General Brown Junior-senior High School serve?
General Brown Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend General Brown Junior-senior High School?
General Brown Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at General Brown Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at General Brown Junior-senior High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does General Brown Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
General Brown Junior-senior High School ranks #3,491 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is General Brown Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
General Brown Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 General Brown Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, General Brown Junior-senior High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is General Brown Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, General Brown Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is General Brown Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, General Brown Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for General Brown Junior-senior High School?
43.4% of students at General Brown Junior-senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (315) 779-2300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
GENERAL BROWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,369
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,766
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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