Brimfield High School, or BHS, is a public four-year high school at 323 East Clinton Street in Brimfield, Illinois, a village in Peoria County, Illinois, in the Midwestern United States.
Serving 189 students in grades 9-12, Brimfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brimfield High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Brimfield, IL, encompassing approximately 75.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brimfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brimfield High School's student population of 189 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Doing What Is Best For Kids!
School Rankings
Brimfield High 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 Brimfield High School is 0.08, 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
#729 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brimfield High School's ranking?
Brimfield High School is ranked #729 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brimfield High School often compared to?
Brimfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brimfield High School?
The graduation rate of Brimfield High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Brimfield High School?
189 students attend Brimfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Brimfield High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brimfield High School?
Brimfield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brimfield High School offer ?
Brimfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brimfield High School part of?
Brimfield High School is part of Brimfield CUSD 309 School District.
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