Bethalto East Primary School serves 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Bethalto East Primary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bethalto, IL, encompassing approximately 21.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethalto East Primary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bethalto East Primary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)75-79%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bethalto East Primary School often compared to?
Bethalto East Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Intermediate School, Albert Cassens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IL state average).
How many students attend Bethalto East Primary School?
387 students attend Bethalto East Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bethalto East Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethalto East Primary School?
Bethalto East Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethalto East Primary School offer ?
Bethalto East Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Bethalto East Primary School part of?
Bethalto East Primary School is part of Bethalto CUSD 8 School District.
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