Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marie Schaefer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Schaefer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Marie Schaefer Elementary School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marie Schaefer 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 Marie Schaefer Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#901 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
23%
17%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie Schaefer Elementary School's ranking?
Marie Schaefer Elementary School is ranked #901 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marie Schaefer Elementary School often compared to?
Marie Schaefer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laverna Evans Elementary School, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Marie Schaefer Elementary School?
615 students attend Marie Schaefer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Marie Schaefer Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marie Schaefer Elementary School?
Marie Schaefer Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marie Schaefer Elementary School offer ?
Marie Schaefer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marie Schaefer Elementary School part of?
Marie Schaefer Elementary School is part of O Fallon CCSD 90 School District.
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