Serving 51 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Buncombe Cons School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buncombe Cons School's student population of 51 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Buncombe Cons School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buncombe Cons School is 0.22, 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
#2966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buncombe Cons School's ranking?
Buncombe Cons School is ranked #2966 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Buncombe Cons School often compared to?
Buncombe Cons Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Buncombe Cons School?
51 students attend Buncombe Cons School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Buncombe Cons School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buncombe Cons School?
Buncombe Cons School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buncombe Cons School offer ?
Buncombe Cons School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Buncombe Cons School part of?
Buncombe Cons School is part of Buncombe Cons SD 43 School District.
School Calendar
View the Buncombe Cons School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Teacher Institute-First Day for Staff
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School for Students
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 14, 2027 (Friday)
TENTATIVE-Last Day of School for Students w/ 0 of 5 Emergency Days Used and 0 Act of God Days Used
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
TENTATIVE-Last Day of School (FOR STUDENTS) if All Act of God or Emergency Days Used
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
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