Serving 61 students in grades 7-8, Brownstown Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownstown Jr High School serves the entire district of Brownstown, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 92.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownstown Jr 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
Brownstown Jr High School's student population of 61 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownstown Jr 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 Brownstown Jr High 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
#814 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownstown Jr High School's ranking?
Brownstown Jr High School is ranked #814 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brownstown Jr High School often compared to?
Brownstown Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Elmo Jr High School, Vandalia Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brownstown Jr High School?
61 students attend Brownstown Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Brownstown Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownstown Jr High School?
Brownstown Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brownstown Jr High School offer ?
Brownstown Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Brownstown Jr High School part of?
Brownstown Jr High School is part of Brownstown CUSD 201 School District.
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