Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brimfield Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brimfield Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brimfield Grade School's student population of 403 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brimfield Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brimfield Grade School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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
What is Brimfield Grade School's ranking?
Brimfield Grade School is ranked #646 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brimfield Grade School often compared to?
Brimfield Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeville Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brimfield Grade School?
403 students attend Brimfield Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brimfield Grade School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brimfield Grade School?
Brimfield Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brimfield Grade School offer ?
Brimfield Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brimfield Grade School part of?
Brimfield Grade School is part of Brimfield CUSD 309 School District.
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