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#2573 of 3,441 schools in OH
Brown Middle School
Middle School · Ravenna City
228 S Scranton St, Ravenna, OH 44266
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,573 of 3,441
In Ravenna
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Ravenna City
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Brown Middle School
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About Brown Middle School
Brown Middle School is a public middle school in Ravenna, OH, part of Ravenna City. Brown Middle School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,573 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Brown Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Brown Middle 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
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Brown Middle School — Students at Brown Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 3.6/10.
How Brown Middle School Compares
See how Brown Middle 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
228 S Scranton St, Ravenna, OH 44266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stanton Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Kent), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rootstown/Mabel Schnee Bldg Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Rootstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Streetsboro Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Streetsboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ravenna, see our Ravenna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Park Elementary School Ravenna | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| West Main Elementary School Ravenna | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Willyard Elementary School Ravenna | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Ravenna High School Ravenna | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ravenna Preschool Ravenna | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Maplewood Career Center Building Ravenna | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Bio-Med Science Academy STEM School Rootstown | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Rootstown/Ward Davis Bldg High School Rootstown | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Rootstown Elementary School Rootstown | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Rootstown/Mabel Schnee Bldg Middle School Rootstown | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| KSU CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Kent | 3.7 mi | — |
| Walls Elementary School Kent | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Streetsboro High School Streetsboro | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Theodore Roosevelt High School Kent | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kent | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Brimfield Elementary School Kent | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Holden Elementary School Kent | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Streetsboro Elementary School Streetsboro | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Streetsboro Middle School Streetsboro | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Stanton Middle School Kent | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,211
Median Home Value
$159,900
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
32,301
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
41
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Middle School Marion, OH | 5.1 |
| West Carrollton Middle School West Carrollton, OH | 5.1 |
| Willowick Middle School Willowick, OH | 5.1 |
| Brookfield Middle School Brookfield, OH | 5.0 |
| Geneva Middle School Geneva, OH | 5.0 |
| Memorial Junior High School Cleveland, OH | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Middle School
What grades does Brown Middle School serve?
Brown Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Brown Middle School?
Brown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Middle School rank in OH?
Brown Middle School ranks #2,573 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Brown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Middle 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 Brown Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brown Middle School a charter school?
No, Brown Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Middle School a Title I school?
No, Brown Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Portage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (330) 296-3849
Resources & Links
District
Ravenna City- District Enrollment
- 1,948
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,474
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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