Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chester 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Chester, IL, encompassing approximately 140 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester Elementary School's student population of 640 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester 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 Chester Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1550 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Elementary School is ranked #1550 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chester Elementary School often compared to?
Chester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steeleville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chester Elementary School?
640 students attend Chester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chester Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Elementary School?
Chester Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chester Elementary School offer ?
Chester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chester Elementary School part of?
Chester Elementary School is part of Chester CUSD 139 School District.
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