Big Timber Elementary School serves 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Timber Elementary School's student population of 451 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Big Timber Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
29.7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Big Timber Elementary School?
451 students attend Big Timber Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Big Timber Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Timber Elementary School?
Big Timber Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Timber Elementary School offer ?
Big Timber Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Big Timber Elementary School part of?
Big Timber Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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