Serving 188 students in grades 5-8, Brown County Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brown County Middle School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brown County Middle 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 Brown County Middle 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
#1740 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
93%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Brown County Middle School is ranked #1740 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Brown County Middle School?
188 students attend Brown County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Brown County Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown County Middle School?
Brown County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brown County Middle School offer ?
Brown County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Brown County Middle School part of?
Brown County Middle School is part of Brown County CUSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
View the Brown County Middle 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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