Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briar Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briar Glen Elementary School serves the southwest part of Wheaton, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically have a driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briar Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briar Glen Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briar Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briar Glen Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#743 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Briar Glen Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Briar Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Briar Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Arbor View Elementary School, Currier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Briar Glen Elementary School?
523 students attend Briar Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Briar Glen Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briar Glen Elementary School?
Briar Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Briar Glen Elementary School offer ?
Briar Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briar Glen Elementary School part of?
Briar Glen Elementary School is part of CCSD 89 School District.
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