Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arthur Grade School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arthur Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Arthur, IL, covering an area of approximately 160.3 square miles, with typical drive times around 15-20 minutes and distances reaching up to 15.7 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur Grade School's student population of 258 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arthur Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Grade School is 0.38, 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
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Grade School's ranking?
Arthur Grade School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Arthur Grade School often compared to?
Arthur Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcola High School, Arthur-lovington-atwood-hammond by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Arthur Grade School?
258 students attend Arthur Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Arthur Grade School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur Grade School?
Arthur Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arthur Grade School offer ?
Arthur Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arthur Grade School part of?
Arthur Grade School is part of Arthur CUSD 305 School District.
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