Serving 179 students in grades 5-8, Brown County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Sterling, IL, covering approximately 306.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown County Middle School's student population of 179 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown County Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1577 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown County Middle School's ranking?
Brown County Middle School is ranked #1577 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brown County Middle School?
179 students attend Brown County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Brown County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown County Middle School?
Brown County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown County Middle School offer ?
Brown County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Brown County Middle School part of?
Brown County Middle School is part of Brown County CUSD 1 School District.
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