Brigham Elementary School serves 323 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brigham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brigham Elementary School's student population of 323 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brigham Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
22%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brigham Elementary School?
323 students attend Brigham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Brigham Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brigham Elementary School?
Brigham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brigham Elementary School offer ?
Brigham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Brigham Elementary School part of?
Brigham Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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