Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brookport Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brookport Elementary School's student population of 153 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To create a community of academic excellence that will produce lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Brookport Elementary 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 Brookport Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookport Elementary School's ranking?
Brookport Elementary School is ranked #1140 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brookport Elementary School?
153 students attend Brookport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brookport Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookport Elementary School?
Brookport Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookport Elementary School offer ?
Brookport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Brookport Elementary School part of?
Brookport Elementary School is part of Massac Ud 1 School District.
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