Average
#336 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 47% of private schools
Brehm Preparatory School
High School
950 S BREHM LN, Carbondale, IL 62901
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#336 of 716
In Carbondale
#2 of 2
public schools
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Brehm Preparatory School
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About Brehm Preparatory School
Brehm Preparatory School is a private high school in Carbondale, IL. Brehm Preparatory School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brehm Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Brehm Preparatory School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Brehm Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brehm Preparatory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brehm Preparatory School compares to the 7 public schools in Carbondale, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Carbondale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brehm Preparatory School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Carbondale Middle School | 4.0 |
| Lewis School | 6.2 |
| Carbondale Comm H S | 6.5 |
| Thomas Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Parrish Elem School | 6.6 |
| Giant City Elem School | 8.2 |
| Unity Point Elem School | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
950 S BREHM LN, Carbondale, IL 62901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brehm Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Carbondale Comm H S (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carterville High School (rated 5.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Carterville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carbondale, see our Carbondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carbondale Middle School Carbondale | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Lewis School Carbondale | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CARBONDALE NEW SCHOOL Carbondale | 1.4 mi | — |
| Thomas Elementary School Carbondale | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carbondale | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Giant City Elem School Carbondale | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Unity Point Elem School Carbondale | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Parrish Elem School Carbondale | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Tri-C Elementary School Carterville | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Carterville High School Carterville | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| DeSoto Elementary School De Soto | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Gen John A Logan Attendance Cntr Murphysboro | 6.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Carterville Intermediate Sch Carterville | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Carterville Jr High Sch Carterville | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murphysboro | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Carruthers Elementary School Murphysboro | 9.1 mi | 4.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Murphysboro | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Herrin C U S D 4 Elem School Herrin | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Murphysboro Middle School Murphysboro | 9.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,960
Median Home Value
$137,600
Median Rent
$732/mo
Population
22,920
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
30.6%
Avg Commute
15.8 min
Poverty Rate
33.4%
Median Age
26
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VERITAS CHRISTI HYBRID ACADEMY Rockford, IL | 6.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY EV: EVANSTON Evanston, IL | 6.7 |
| MESIVTA SHAAREI ADIRIM Skokie, IL | 6.3 |
| SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff, IL | 6.3 |
| ABRAXAS NAPERVILLE BRIDGE Woodridge, IL | 6.1 |
| Douglass Academy High School Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brehm Preparatory School
What grades does Brehm Preparatory School serve?
Brehm Preparatory School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Brehm Preparatory School?
Brehm Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brehm Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brehm Preparatory School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brehm Preparatory School rank in IL?
Brehm Preparatory School ranks #336 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Brehm Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brehm Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brehm Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Brehm Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brehm Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Brehm Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (618) 559-2821
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