Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester-east Lincoln 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
#1002 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School?
299 students attend Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School is part of Chester-East Lincoln CCSD 61 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School before Winter Break - Early Dismissal at 1:30
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
First Day Back from Winter Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School before Spring Break - Early Dismissal at 1:30
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
No School - Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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