Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crescent City Grade School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crescent City Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 60.8 square miles around Crescent City, IL. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crescent City Grade School's student population of 54 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crescent City Grade 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 Crescent City Grade School is 0.35, 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
#2132 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-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 Crescent City Grade School's ranking?
Crescent City Grade School is ranked #2132 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Crescent City Grade School?
54 students attend Crescent City Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Crescent City Grade School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crescent City Grade School?
Crescent City Grade School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crescent City Grade School offer ?
Crescent City Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Crescent City Grade School part of?
Crescent City Grade School is part of Crescent Iroquois CUSD 249 School District.
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