Serving 595 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Elementary School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#460 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Benjamin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Elementary School is ranked #460 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Benjamin Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Elementary School, Northpoint Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Elementary School?
595 students attend Benjamin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Benjamin Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Elementary School?
Benjamin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Pre-K last day if no emergency days are used
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
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