Serving 128 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cissna Park 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cissna Park Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 86.8 square miles in Cissna Park, IL. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cissna Park Elementary School's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cissna Park 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 Cissna Park Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1227 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cissna Park Elementary School's ranking?
Cissna Park Elementary School is ranked #1227 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cissna Park Elementary School?
128 students attend Cissna Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cissna Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cissna Park Elementary School?
Cissna Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cissna Park Elementary School offer ?
Cissna Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cissna Park Elementary School part of?
Cissna Park Elementary School is part of Cissna Park CUSD 6 School District.
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