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Leland P Brown Elementary

Elementary School · Olympia School District

2000 26TH AVE NW, Olympia, WA 98502

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,297 of 2,228

In Olympia

#20 of 24

public schools

In district

#15 of 19

Olympia School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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6.0/10

Elementary School in Olympia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Leland P Brown Elementary

Leland P Brown Elementary is a public elementary school in Olympia, WA, part of Olympia School District. Leland P Brown Elementary serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Leland P Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,297 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Leland P Brown Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Leland P Brown Elementary 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,220
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Leland P Brown Elementary — Students at Leland P Brown Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
46.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How Leland P Brown Elementary Compares

See how Leland P Brown Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in WA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

Programs & Offerings

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

2000 26TH AVE NW, Olympia, WA 98502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leland P Brown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michael T Simmons Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Tumwater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OLYMPIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Olympia, see our Olympia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Middle School Olympia 1.3 mi 7.7
OLYMPIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olympia 1.2 mi 6.7
Capital High School Olympia 1.5 mi 6.8
Garfield Elementary School Olympia 1.6 mi 4.6
Thurgood Marshall Middle School Olympia 1.3 mi 6.5
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary Olympia 1.4 mi 6.2
EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olympia 2.4 mi 5.8
Reeves Middle School Olympia 1.7 mi 6.6
Touchstone Olympia 2.0 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School Olympia 2.2 mi 7.3
Avanti High School Olympia 2.7 mi 7.2
Madison Elementary School Olympia 2.7 mi 5.4
Lincoln Elementary School Olympia 3.1 mi 5.8
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Olympia 2.9 mi 6.5
Tumwater Hill Elementary Tumwater 3.8 mi 5.2
Thurs Co Juv Det/Tumwater West E Tumwater 3.8 mi
McLane Elementary School Olympia 3.1 mi 6.5
Michael T Simmons Elementary Tumwater 4.6 mi 7.6
Olympia High School Olympia 4.2 mi 6.1
Olympia Regional Learning Academy Olympia 3.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,154

Median Home Value

$496,500

Median Rent

$1,569/mo

Population

35,043

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leland P Brown Elementary

What grades does Leland P Brown Elementary serve?

Leland P Brown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Leland P Brown Elementary?

Leland P Brown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leland P Brown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Leland P Brown Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leland P Brown Elementary rank in WA?

Leland P Brown Elementary ranks #1,297 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Leland P Brown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Leland P Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Leland P Brown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leland P Brown Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Leland P Brown Elementary a charter school?

No, Leland P Brown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leland P Brown Elementary a Title I school?

No, Leland P Brown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leland P Brown Elementary?

63.5% of students at Leland P Brown Elementary 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Thurston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

Olympia School District
District Enrollment
9,556
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,220
District Rank
#15 of 19

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