BRIAR GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Briar Glen Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CCSD 89 school district, located in Wheaton, IL with about 387 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Briar Glen Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Briar Glen Elementary School, located in Wheaton, Illinois, is a public school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade as part of Community Unit School District 200. The school is known for fostering a supportive and community-oriented learning environment, prioritizing both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. With a focus on inclusive practices, the school works to provide a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for the transition to middle school while encouraging personal growth and curiosity.

The school benefits from being part of the larger District 200 system, which provides access to diverse resources, extracurricular opportunities, and specialized programming. Briar Glen is highly regarded for its active parent-teacher involvement and its commitment to maintaining small, manageable class sizes that allow teachers to provide individualized attention. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics alongside a strong sense of school spirit, Briar Glen aims to create a foundational academic experience that meets the needs of its local suburban community.

For more information, contact Briar Glen Elem School at (630) 545-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.