Brussels High School is a public six-year combined junior and senior high school in Brussels, Illinois that is part of the Brussels School District. Brussels High School serves the communities of Brussels, Batchtown, Golden Eagle, and Meppen.
Serving 37 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brussels Grade 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brussels Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brussels Grade School's student population of 37 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brussels Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brussels Grade School is 0.15, 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
#1334 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brussels Grade School's ranking?
Brussels Grade School is ranked #1334 out of 3,542 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brussels Grade School?
37 students attend Brussels Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Brussels Grade School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brussels Grade School?
Brussels Grade School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brussels Grade School offer ?
Brussels Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Brussels Grade School part of?
Brussels Grade School is part of Brussels CUSD 42 School District.
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