Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bert H Fulton 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- 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:
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Attribute
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
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Bert H Fulton 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 Bert H Fulton School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
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
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
24%
28%
Black
9%
17%
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 #975 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bert H Fulton School often compared to?
Bert H Fulton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barack H Obama Learning Academy, Shoesmith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 Community Consolidated School District 146.
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