Serving 58 students in grades 7-8, Brownstown Jr High School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Brownstown Jr High School's student population of 58 students has grown by 11% 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
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownstown Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownstown Jr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1159 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
93%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1159 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Brownstown Jr High School?
58 students attend Brownstown Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Brownstown Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
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 14:1.
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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