Brown Center in Opelika, AL, has a total enrollment of 82 students with a student–teacher ratio currently unreported; 77% of students qualify for free lunch, which has remained stable over recent years.
Math proficiency is 37%, which is higher than the state average of 30%, although this represents a decline from previous years when rates were above 60%.
Reading proficiency is 75%, higher than the state average of 47%, showing an improvement trend since 2019 when it was 50%.
Science proficiency is 60%, higher than the state average of 38%, based on data from 2022.
Graduation rates in 2023 are reported as 80%, which is lower than the state average of 88%, indicating a decline since 2019 when it was above 90%.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers (00-01)
7 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
89%
32%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brown Center?
82 students attend Brown Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brown Center students are Black, and 11% of students are White.
What grades does Brown Center offer ?
Brown Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Brown Center part of?
Brown Center is part of Opelika City School District.
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