Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eastland 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastland Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Shannon, IL, covering approximately 154.3 square miles, with most students typically driving 10-15 minutes to reach the school and an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located 10.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastland 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
Eastland Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eastland 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 Eastland Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastland Elementary School's ranking?
Eastland Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eastland Elementary School often compared to?
Eastland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chadwick-milledgeville Elementary School, West Carroll Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eastland Elementary School?
433 students attend Eastland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Eastland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastland Elementary School?
Eastland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastland Elementary School offer ?
Eastland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Eastland Elementary School part of?
Eastland Elementary School is part of Eastland CUSD 308 School District.
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