Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Earl H Hanson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher 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 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Earl H Hanson Elementary School serves the west part of Rock Island, IL, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earl H Hanson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Earl H Hanson Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earl H Hanson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Earl H Hanson Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
41%
16%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earl H Hanson Elementary School's ranking?
Earl H Hanson Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Earl H Hanson Elementary School often compared to?
Earl H Hanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow Elementary School, Eugene Field Elementary School, Frances Willard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Earl H Hanson Elementary School?
201 students attend Earl H Hanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Earl H Hanson Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earl H Hanson Elementary School?
Earl H Hanson Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Earl H Hanson Elementary School offer ?
Earl H Hanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Earl H Hanson Elementary School part of?
Earl H Hanson Elementary School is part of Rock Island SD 41 School District.
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