Blackstone Elementary School serves 212 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blackstone Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
53%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blackstone Elementary School often compared to?
Blackstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earlville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Blackstone Elementary School?
212 students attend Blackstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blackstone Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Elementary School?
Blackstone Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Elementary School offer ?
Blackstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Blackstone Elementary School part of?
Blackstone Elementary School is part of Mendota Community Consolidated School District 289.
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