Serving 102 students in grades 9-12, Brownstown High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownstown High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Brownstown, IL, encompassing approximately 92.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brownstown High School's student population of 102 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownstown High 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 High School is 0.06, 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
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Black
1%
16%
White
97%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownstown High School's ranking?
Brownstown High School is ranked #2164 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brownstown High School?
The graduation rate of Brownstown High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Brownstown High School?
102 students attend Brownstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brownstown High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownstown High School?
Brownstown High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brownstown High School offer ?
Brownstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brownstown High School part of?
Brownstown High School is part of Brownstown CUSD 201 School District.
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