Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Concord Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Concord Elementary School's student population of 476 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Concord Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Concord Elementary School often compared to?
Concord Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School, Lace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Concord Elementary School?
476 students attend Concord Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Concord Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Concord Elementary School?
Concord Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Concord Elementary School offer ?
Concord Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Concord Elementary School part of?
Concord Elementary School is part of Cass SD 63 School District.
School Calendar
View the Concord Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Preschool
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Prekindergarten
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School - Kindergarten through 8th Grade
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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