Illinois City Elementary School serves 108 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illinois City Elementary School's student population of 108 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Illinois City 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)70-74%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Illinois City Elementary School?
108 students attend Illinois City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Illinois City Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illinois City Elementary School?
Illinois City Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illinois City Elementary School offer ?
Illinois City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Illinois City Elementary School part of?
Illinois City Elementary School is part of Rockridge CUSD 300 School District.
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