Eastland Elementary School

601 S Chestnut St
Shannon, IL 61078
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Eastland Elementary School's student population of 365 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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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 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
45-49%
27%
50-54%
30%
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 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?
365 students attend Eastland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Eastland Elementary School students are White, 4% 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-5
What school district is Eastland Elementary School part of?
Eastland Elementary School is part of Eastland Community Unit School District 308.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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