BRUSSELS HIGH SCHOOL

Brussels High School is a public high school that is part of the Brussels CUSD 42 school district, located in Brussels, IL with about 77 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 10 teachers, Brussels High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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 High School, located in the rural village of Brussels, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the Calhoun County community. As part of the Brussels Community School District #42, the school operates with a commitment to providing a personalized learning environment for its students, leveraging its small-town setting to foster close relationships between faculty, students, and the local community.

The school is known for its focus on academic preparation and extracurricular engagement, typical of smaller Illinois districts that emphasize student participation and school spirit. By maintaining a compact campus in Calhoun County, Brussels High School provides a stable, community-oriented atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue both their educational goals and involvement in various school activities, preparing them for post-secondary success while remaining deeply connected to their local heritage.

For more information, contact Brussels High 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.