Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cantrall Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cantrall Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantrall 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
#462 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cantrall Elementary School's ranking?
Cantrall Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cantrall Elementary School often compared to?
Cantrall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School, Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Cantrall Elementary School?
342 students attend Cantrall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cantrall Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cantrall Elementary School?
Cantrall Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cantrall Elementary School offer ?
Cantrall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Cantrall Elementary School part of?
Cantrall Elementary School is part of Athens CUSD 213 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
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