Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brownstown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownstown Elementary School serves the entire district of Brownstown, IL, covering an area of approximately 92.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownstown Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownstown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownstown Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownstown Elementary School's ranking?
Brownstown Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brownstown Elementary School?
264 students attend Brownstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brownstown Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownstown Elementary School?
Brownstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brownstown Elementary School offer ?
Brownstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Brownstown Elementary School part of?
Brownstown Elementary School is part of Brownstown CUSD 201 School District.
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