Serving 470 students in grades 3-5, Albert Cassens 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 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert Cassens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Albert Cassens Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albert Cassens 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 Albert Cassens Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#907 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Albert Cassens Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Cassens Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Albert Cassens Elementary School often compared to?
Albert Cassens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School, Columbus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Albert Cassens Elementary School?
470 students attend Albert Cassens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Albert Cassens Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert Cassens Elementary School?
Albert Cassens Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert Cassens Elementary School offer ?
Albert Cassens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Albert Cassens Elementary School part of?
Albert Cassens Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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