Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brimfield Grade School ranks in the top 20% 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brimfield Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 75.1 square miles in Brimfield, IL. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brimfield Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brimfield Grade School's student population of 398 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brimfield Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brimfield Grade School is 0.10, 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
#646 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brimfield Grade School's ranking?
Brimfield Grade School is ranked #646 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brimfield Grade School often compared to?
Brimfield Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeville Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brimfield Grade School?
398 students attend Brimfield Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Brimfield Grade School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brimfield Grade School?
Brimfield Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brimfield Grade School offer ?
Brimfield Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brimfield Grade School part of?
Brimfield Grade School is part of Brimfield CUSD 309 School District.
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