Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fulton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulton's Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Fulton, IL, encompassing approximately 77.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.6 miles and the furthest edge located 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fulton Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fulton 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 Fulton Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1373 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Fulton Elementary School is ranked #1373 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fulton Elementary School often compared to?
Fulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside School, Dillon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fulton Elementary School?
421 students attend Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fulton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton Elementary School?
Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fulton Elementary School part of?
Fulton Elementary School is part of River Bend CUSD 2 School District.
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