Serving 114 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cornell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornell Elementary School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Cornell, IL, spanning approximately 62.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.4 miles and the furthest edge located 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornell Elementary School's student population of 114 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornell Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornell Elementary School's ranking?
Cornell Elementary School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cornell Elementary School?
114 students attend Cornell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cornell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornell Elementary School?
Cornell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornell Elementary School offer ?
Cornell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cornell Elementary School part of?
Cornell Elementary School is part of Cornell CCSD 426 School District.
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