School Overview
Brown County High School, located at 500 E Main St in Mount Sterling, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding rural community. As a cornerstone of the Brown County Community Unit School District #1, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the personalized attention often found in smaller, close-knit school districts. The facility serves as a focal point for the local area, providing students with a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare them for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce.

Beyond its academic offerings, Brown County High School is deeply integrated into the culture of Mount Sterling, emphasizing student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and community service opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff work closely with families to promote student success. By bridging traditional educational values with modern learning resources, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to both their local community and the broader society.
212
Total Students
18.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brown County High School
Demographic Student Count
White197
Hispanic7
Black6
Two or More2
  • White
    197 (92.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    6 (2.8 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Brown County CUSD 1
Phone: (217)773-7702
Website: http://www.bchornets.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 212
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 59
Grade 10 59
Grade 11 45
Grade 12 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Brown County High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 959
Grade 1059
Grade 1145
Grade 1249
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Brown County High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11051.9%
Male10248.1%