Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Creston Elementary 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Creston Elementary School serves the entire district of Creston, IL, covering an area of approximately 32.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Creston Elementary School's student population of 76 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students, shaping leaders, and building brighter futures.
School Rankings
Creston Elementary 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 Creston Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#425 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Elementary School's ranking?
Creston Elementary School is ranked #425 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Creston Elementary School?
76 students attend Creston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Creston Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creston Elementary School?
Creston Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Creston Elementary School offer ?
Creston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Creston Elementary School part of?
Creston Elementary School is part of Creston CCSD 161 School District.
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