Serving 393 students in grades 3-5, Chauncey H Duker School 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chauncey H Duker School's student population of 393 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chauncey H Duker School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chauncey H Duker School is 0.40, 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
#2632 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Chauncey H Duker School's ranking?
Chauncey H Duker School is ranked #2632 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chauncey H Duker School often compared to?
Chauncey H Duker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsburg Elementary School, Landmark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Chauncey H Duker School?
393 students attend Chauncey H Duker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chauncey H Duker School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chauncey H Duker School?
Chauncey H Duker School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chauncey H Duker School offer ?
Chauncey H Duker School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Chauncey H Duker School part of?
Chauncey H Duker School is part of Mchenry CCSD 15 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Early Release Day / End of Trimester 3 / Last Day of Attendance
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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