Alta Sita Elementary School serves 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
100%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alta Sita Elementary School?
285 students attend Alta Sita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alta Sita Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Sita Elementary School?
Alta Sita Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alta Sita Elementary School offer ?
Alta Sita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Sita Elementary School part of?
Alta Sita Elementary School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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