Serving 415 students in grades 3-5, East 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School serves the eastern part of Alton, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 16 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
East 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 East Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2268 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
34%
16%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #2268 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
415 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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