Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Denkmann Elementary 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denkmann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Denkmann Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denkmann Elementary 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 Denkmann Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2600 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
16%
17%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denkmann Elementary School's ranking?
Denkmann Elementary School is ranked #2600 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Denkmann Elementary School often compared to?
Denkmann Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eugene Field Elementary School, Ricms by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Denkmann Elementary School?
364 students attend Denkmann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Denkmann Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denkmann Elementary School?
Denkmann Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denkmann Elementary School offer ?
Denkmann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Denkmann Elementary School part of?
Denkmann Elementary School is part of Rock Island SD 41 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2009
I attended Denkmann Elementary School through my entire grade school experience. The faculty is involved and inspiring, the curriculum is designed to challenge and excite the students about learning. I thoroughly enjoyed my years at Denkmann and keep in contact with many of my former teachers there.
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