For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,231 students in Breese, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 740 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in Breese, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Breese, IL are St. Rose Elementary School, Central Comm High School and Breese Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Breese, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Breese have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Breese, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Rose Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18004 Saint Rose Rd
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-7484
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-7484
Grades: PK-8
| 179 students
Rank: #22.
Central Comm High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7740 Old Us Highway 50
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-4578
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-4578
Grades: 9-12
| 631 students
Rank: #33.
Breese Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
777 Memorial Dr
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-7128
Breese, IL 62230
(618) 526-7128
Grades: 2-8
| 421 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Breese, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Breese, IL include St. Rose Elementary School, Central Comm High School and Breese Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Breese?
3 public schools are located in Breese.
What percentage of students in Breese go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in Breese are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Breese?
Breese public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Breese are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Breese include: Breese Elementary School vs. St. Rose Elementary School
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