Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brown Deer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Deer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brown Deer Elementary School's student population of 722 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Brown Deer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Deer Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1336 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
52%
9%
White
15%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Deer Elementary School's ranking?
Brown Deer Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Brown Deer Elementary School often compared to?
Brown Deer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Brown Deer Elementary School?
722 students attend Brown Deer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brown Deer Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Deer Elementary School?
Brown Deer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Deer Elementary School offer ?
Brown Deer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brown Deer Elementary School part of?
Brown Deer Elementary School is part of Brown Deer School District.
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