Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flora Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 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-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Flora Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Flora school district, covering approximately 174.2 square miles in Flora, IL. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 14 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Flora Elementary School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Flora Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flora 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
#855 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flora Elementary School's ranking?
Flora Elementary School is ranked #855 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Flora Elementary School often compared to?
Flora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flora High School, Floyd Henson Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Flora Elementary School?
672 students attend Flora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Flora Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flora Elementary School?
Flora Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Flora Elementary School offer ?
Flora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Flora Elementary School part of?
Flora Elementary School is part of Flora CUSD 35 School District.
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