Serving 414 students in grades 1-8, Iles Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iles 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
Iles Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iles Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iles Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)11.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Iles Elementary School's ranking?
Iles Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Iles Elementary School often compared to?
Iles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Ball Charter School, Lincoln Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Iles Elementary School?
414 students attend Iles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Iles Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iles Elementary School?
Iles Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iles Elementary School offer ?
Iles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Iles Elementary School part of?
Iles Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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