Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briar Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briar Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briar Glen Elementary School's student population of 538 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briar Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briar Glen Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#849 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Briar Glen Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Briar Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Briar Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Currier Elementary School, Arbor View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Briar Glen Elementary School?
538 students attend Briar Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Briar Glen Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briar Glen Elementary School?
Briar Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Briar Glen Elementary School offer ?
Briar Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Briar Glen Elementary School part of?
Briar Glen Elementary School is part of CCSD 89 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
NO SCHOOL (Spring break)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of school (morning attendance)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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