Serving 233 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Douglas 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas Elementary School serves the northeast part of Belleville, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Douglas 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 Douglas Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Raab Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
233 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Douglas Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Douglas Elementary School part of?
Douglas Elementary School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
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