Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bert H Fulton School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bert H Fulton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Bert H Fulton School's student population of 399 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bert H Fulton School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bert H Fulton School is 0.55, 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
#1392 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
24%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bert H Fulton School's ranking?
Bert H Fulton School is ranked #1392 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bert H Fulton School often compared to?
Bert H Fulton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoesmith Elementary School, Barack H Obama Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bert H Fulton School?
399 students attend Bert H Fulton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bert H Fulton School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bert H Fulton School?
Bert H Fulton School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bert H Fulton School offer ?
Bert H Fulton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bert H Fulton School part of?
Bert H Fulton School is part of CCSD 146 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
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