Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Brown County Elementary 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mount Sterling, IL, covering approximately 306.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown County Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Brown County 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 Brown County Elementary 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
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
32%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown County Elementary School's ranking?
Brown County Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brown County Elementary School?
270 students attend Brown County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Brown County Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown County Elementary School?
Brown County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown County Elementary School offer ?
Brown County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Brown County Elementary School part of?
Brown County Elementary School is part of Brown County CUSD 1 School District.
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