Braun Educational Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Opening the world through education to children and young adults with diverse abilities.
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)10%
26%
Black
(19-20)60%
17%
White
(19-20)28%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Braun Educational Center often compared to?
Braun Educational Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Developmental Learning Pgm Dlp by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Braun Educational Center?
113 students attend Braun Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Braun Educational Center students are Black, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Braun Educational Center part of?
Braun Educational Center is part of Southwest Cook Cooperative Special Education School District.
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