Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cantrall Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cantrall Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 84 square miles in Cantrall, IL. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cantrall Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantrall Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 is Cantrall Elementary School's ranking?
Cantrall Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cantrall Elementary School often compared to?
Cantrall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School, Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cantrall Elementary School?
334 students attend Cantrall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cantrall Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cantrall Elementary School?
Cantrall Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cantrall Elementary School offer ?
Cantrall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Cantrall Elementary School part of?
Cantrall Elementary School is part of Athens CUSD 213 School District.
School Calendar
View the Cantrall Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break Begins- Early Dismissal
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break- No School
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break- No School
March 27, 2027 (Saturday)
Spring Break- No School
March 28, 2027 (Sunday)
Spring Break- No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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