Brigham Elementary School serves 313 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brigham Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brigham Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brigham Elementary School?
313 students attend Brigham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Brigham Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brigham Elementary School?
Brigham Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brigham Elementary School offer ?
Brigham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Brigham Elementary School part of?
Brigham Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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