Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colene Hoose 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Colene Hoose Elementary School serves the southeast part of Normal, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colene Hoose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colene Hoose Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Colene Hoose 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 Colene Hoose Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colene Hoose Elementary School's ranking?
Colene Hoose Elementary School is ranked #1429 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Colene Hoose Elementary School often compared to?
Colene Hoose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Elementary School, Glenn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Colene Hoose Elementary School?
413 students attend Colene Hoose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Colene Hoose Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colene Hoose Elementary School?
Colene Hoose Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colene Hoose Elementary School offer ?
Colene Hoose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Colene Hoose Elementary School part of?
Colene Hoose Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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