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Brown Avenue School

Public | 1-5 | 223 students

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5 stars

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Posted July 18, 2011

Brown avenue was a godsend to me .I had been trying to get my son who desperately needed special ed, the resources he needed for about 4 years from another school system.(they told me my son's ed development was behind but not that far behind and there were other children that were far worse then him "sorry". Within 1 month of moving the Brown Avenue summer team had him assessed and a handwritten IEP was made for him due to the computer system being down. Then when he started in September they reassessed him again in 3 weeks and revised a new IEP. I can't thank them enough they have been a life saver to my son. Without them he would have been lost in the system, of red tape. In 3rd grade he had a wonderful teacher Mrs Leone wo worked miracles, and she also sang awesome in her classes too! So refreshing to see enthusiam in there classes. LOVE them ALL. Wonderful principal too !
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 19, 2010

Both of my children graduated from Brown Ave. This is an outstanding school. The administration and parents work hand in hand to create the best learning environment for all children, no matter their level of capability. We moved to this area so our children could attend this small but phenomenal school and it was the right choice!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 5, 2007

Brown Ave. is a wonderful school. The principal is great with the children and parents. My only comments would be that more parents should be involved. It was a great experience for my son.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

54 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
84%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
71%
Science

The state average for Science was 45% in 2012.

35 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
86%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
84%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students85%
Female87%
Male83%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)85%
Economically disadvantaged students75%
Not economically disadvantaged students90%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities85%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English85%
Non-migrant85%

Reading

All Students89%
Female94%
Male84%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)88%
Economically disadvantaged students69%
Not economically disadvantaged students97%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant89%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students79%
Female80%
Male76%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)78%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students79%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities85%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English79%
Non-migrant79%

Reading

All Students75%
Female80%
Male71%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)77%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students75%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities82%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English75%
Non-migrant75%

Science

All Students66%
Female68%
Male63%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)72%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students73%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English66%
Non-migrant66%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students74%
Female71%
Male77%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)72%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students80%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities75%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English74%
Non-migrant74%

Reading

All Students69%
Female79%
Male58%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)64%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students71%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English69%
Non-migrant69%

Writing

All Students62%
Female66%
Male58%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)64%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students66%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English62%
Non-migrant62%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 92% 69%
Hispanic 4% 19%
Black 3% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 23%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 9N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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14 Brown Ave
Johnston, RI 02919
Phone: (401) 934-0270

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