Serving 421 students in grades 2-8, Breese Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breese Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Breese Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Breese Elementary 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 Breese Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#707 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Breese Elementary School's ranking?
Breese Elementary School is ranked #707 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Breese Elementary School often compared to?
Breese Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartelso Elementary School, St. Rose Elementary School, Carlyle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Breese Elementary School?
421 students attend Breese Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Breese Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breese Elementary School?
Breese Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Breese Elementary School offer ?
Breese Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Breese Elementary School part of?
Breese Elementary School is part of Breese ESD 12 School District.
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