Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carlock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Carlock Elementary School's student population of 115 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlock Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlock Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1219 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlock Elementary School's ranking?
Carlock Elementary School is ranked #1219 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carlock Elementary School often compared to?
Carlock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carlock Elementary School?
115 students attend Carlock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carlock Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlock Elementary School?
Carlock Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlock Elementary School offer ?
Carlock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carlock Elementary School part of?
Carlock Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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