Serving 433 students in grades 4-5, Chauncey H Duker 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chauncey H Duker School serves the eastern part of McHenry, IL, covering an area of approximately 24 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chauncey H Duker School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Chauncey H Duker 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 Chauncey H Duker School is 0.49, 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
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chauncey H Duker School's ranking?
Chauncey H Duker School is ranked #2407 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chauncey H Duker School often compared to?
Chauncey H Duker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Landmark Elementary School, Johnsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chauncey H Duker School?
433 students attend Chauncey H Duker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chauncey H Duker School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chauncey H Duker School?
Chauncey H Duker School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chauncey H Duker School offer ?
Chauncey H Duker School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Chauncey H Duker School part of?
Chauncey H Duker School is part of Mchenry CCSD 15 School District.
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