Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School?
285 students attend Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School is part of Chester-East Lincoln CCSD 61 School District.
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Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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