Serving 175 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cowden-herrick Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cowden-Herrick Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 108.5 square miles around Herrick, IL. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowden-herrick Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cowden-herrick Grade School's student population of 175 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
175 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cowden-herrick Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowden-herrick Grade School is 0.04, 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
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
White
98%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowden-herrick Grade School's ranking?
Cowden-herrick Grade School is ranked #370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cowden-herrick Grade School often compared to?
Cowden-herrick Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Elementary School, Shelbyville Kindergarten Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cowden-herrick Grade School?
175 students attend Cowden-herrick Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cowden-herrick Grade School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cowden-herrick Grade School?
Cowden-herrick Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cowden-herrick Grade School offer ?
Cowden-herrick Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cowden-herrick Grade School part of?
Cowden-herrick Grade School is part of Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3a School District.
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