Brownstown High School

Brownstown High School is a regular public high school located in the rural community of Brownstown, Illinois. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 94 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1 and eight full-time equivalent teachers, the school offers personalized attention to each student.

Brownstown High School’s academic performance is currently in the lower ranks among Illinois schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and an academic score of 2.9 out of 10. The proficiency rates for English Language Arts/Reading and Math are both at 10%, indicating areas where the school is focusing on student development and improvement. Despite these challenges, the small class sizes provide a supportive environment conducive to individual growth and learning.

Brownstown High School’s setting in a rural area offers a close-knit community atmosphere, which can be beneficial for students who thrive in smaller, more familiar environments.

With an enrollment of 94 students, Brownstown High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Brownstown High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Brownstown High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.