For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 287 students in Brighton, IL.
Brighton, IL public schools have a diversity score of 0.10, which is less than the Illinois public school average of 0.69.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Brighton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brighton North Primary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 E City Limits Rd
Brighton, IL 62012
(618) 372-3813
Brighton, IL 62012
(618) 372-3813
Gr: PK-2 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Brighton, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
305 North Maple St
Brighton, IL 62012
(618) 372-3813
Brighton, IL 62012
(618) 372-3813
Gr: PK-1 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brighton, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Brighton, IL include Brighton North Primary School.
How many public schools are located in Brighton?
1 public schools are located in Brighton.
What is the racial composition of students in Brighton?
Brighton public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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