BRUSSELS GRADE SCHOOL

Brussels Grade School is a public elementary school that is part of the Brussels CUSD 42 school district, located in Brussels, IL with about 48 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 5 teachers, Brussels Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Brussels Grade School is a small, rural educational institution located in Brussels, Illinois, serving students within the Calhoun Community Unit School District 40. As the primary elementary education provider for the local village and surrounding areas, the school is situated in a unique geographic location at the southern tip of the peninsula between the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Its small-town setting fosters a tight-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff focus on foundational academics, personalized attention, and the developmental needs of young learners in a close-knit environment.

The school operates as a pillar of the Brussels community, emphasizing a supportive learning culture that prepares students for the transition to middle and high school. By maintaining a lower student-to-teacher ratio typical of rural Illinois districts, Brussels Grade School provides a focused environment that prioritizes core curricula, character development, and local engagement. The school serves as a central hub for the area’s youth, reflecting the values and collaborative spirit of the surrounding agricultural and residential community.

For more information, contact Brussels Grade School at (618) 883-2131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.