Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Albers Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Albers Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Albers Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albers Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albers Elementary School's ranking?
Albers Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Albers Elementary School often compared to?
Albers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aviston Elementary School, Damiansville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Albers Elementary School?
148 students attend Albers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Albers Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albers Elementary School?
Albers Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albers Elementary School offer ?
Albers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Albers Elementary School part of?
Albers Elementary School is part of Albers SD 63 School District.
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