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O Brown Elementary

Elementary School · Racine Unified School District

2115 5 1/2 Mile Rd, Racine, WI 53402

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,225 of 2,105

In Racine

#2 of 25

public schools

In district

#2 of 25

Racine Unified School District

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O Brown Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Racine · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About O Brown Elementary

O Brown Elementary is a public elementary school in Racine, WI, part of Racine Unified School District. O Brown Elementary serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. O Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,225 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for O Brown Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,095
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

O Brown Elementary — Students at O Brown Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 34.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
24%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
30.2%
2025
Math
32.2%
ELA
42.1%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How O Brown Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in WI
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

2115 5 1/2 Mile Rd, Racine, WI 53402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O Brown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Oak Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Racine 2.0 mi 6.5
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - VIA Racine 2.9 mi 5.8
THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Wind Point 2.6 mi 8.7
Jerstad-Agerholm School Racine 2.9 mi 2.7
Roosevelt Elementary Racine 3.8 mi 4.8
Horlick High Racine 4.0 mi 4.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine 4.0 mi 6.9
Wadewitz Elementary Racine 4.1 mi 5.4
SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI Racine 4.4 mi
Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine 4.4 mi 4.4
Red Apple Elementary Racine 4.5 mi 5.3
Racine Alternative Learning Racine 4.5 mi 6.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine 4.6 mi 6.3
JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine 4.7 mi 6.2
Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine 4.7 mi 2.7
Deerfield Elementary Oak Creek 4.3 mi 8.3
Julian Thomas Elementary Racine 5.0 mi 4.8
RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine 5.2 mi 7.4
SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF RACINE Racine 5.2 mi 7.0
21st Century Preparatory School Racine 5.3 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,125

Median Home Value

$224,200

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

35,272

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O Brown Elementary

What grades does O Brown Elementary serve?

O Brown Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend O Brown Elementary?

O Brown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O Brown Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at O Brown Elementary 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 O Brown Elementary rank in WI?

O Brown Elementary ranks #1,225 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is O Brown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

O Brown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 O Brown Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O Brown Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is O Brown Elementary a charter school?

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

Is O Brown Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

44.3% of students at O 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Racine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Racine Unified School District
District Enrollment
15,963
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,095
District Rank
#2 of 25

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