Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cerro Gordo Elementary School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cerro Gordo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cerro Gordo Elementary School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Cerro Gordo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cerro Gordo Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1285 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cerro Gordo Elementary School's ranking?
Cerro Gordo Elementary School is ranked #1285 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Elementary School?
246 students attend Cerro Gordo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cerro Gordo Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cerro Gordo Elementary School?
Cerro Gordo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cerro Gordo Elementary School offer ?
Cerro Gordo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cerro Gordo Elementary School part of?
Cerro Gordo Elementary School is part of Cerro Gordo CUSD 100 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
No School Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School Spring Break
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School Spring Break
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
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