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.
224
Total Students
17.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brown County High School
Demographic Student Count
White205
Hispanic9
Black4
Asian1
Two or More5
  • White
    205 (91.5%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (4.0%)
  • Two or More
    5 (2.2%)
  • Black
    4 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4%)
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: 224
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 60
Grade 10 69
Grade 11 48
Grade 12 47

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Brown County High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 960
Grade 1069
Grade 1148
Grade 1247
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Brown County High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11250%
Male11250%