Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nettle Creek 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettle Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nettle Creek Elementary School's student population of 86 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nettle Creek 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 Nettle Creek Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#984 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettle Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Nettle Creek Elementary School is ranked #984 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nettle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Nettle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saratoga 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Nettle Creek Elementary School?
86 students attend Nettle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Nettle Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettle Creek Elementary School?
Nettle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Nettle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nettle Creek Elementary School part of?
Nettle Creek Elementary School is part of Nettle Creek CCSD 24c School District.
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