Serving 219 students in grades 9-12, Brown County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brown County High School's student population of 219 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brown County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown County High School is 0.12, 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
#1052 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
94%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown County High School's ranking?
Brown County High School is ranked #1052 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brown County High School?
The graduation rate of Brown County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brown County High School?
219 students attend Brown County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brown County High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown County High School?
Brown County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brown County High School offer ?
Brown County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brown County High School part of?
Brown County High School is part of Brown County CUSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
View the Brown County High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
HS Finals/Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Attendance- 1 Hr Early Dismissal
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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