Serving 143 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bement 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bement Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district and encompasses approximately 92.2 square miles around Bement, IL, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 5.6 miles, reaching up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bement Elementary School's student population of 143 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bement Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bement Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
87%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bement Elementary School's ranking?
Bement Elementary School is ranked #2146 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bement Elementary School?
143 students attend Bement Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bement Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bement Elementary School?
Bement Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bement Elementary School offer ?
Bement Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bement Elementary School part of?
Bement Elementary School is part of Bement CUSD 5 School District.
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