Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, J L Hensey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J L Hensey Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Washington, IL, covering approximately 7.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J L Hensey Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Protect and Respect people while working together to Inspire & Develop Every Student.
School Rankings
J L Hensey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J L Hensey Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#2268 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J L Hensey Elementary School's ranking?
J L Hensey Elementary School is ranked #2268 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J L Hensey Elementary School often compared to?
J L Hensey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Manor Elementary School, Banner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J L Hensey Elementary School?
262 students attend J L Hensey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of J L Hensey Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J L Hensey Elementary School?
J L Hensey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J L Hensey Elementary School offer ?
J L Hensey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is J L Hensey Elementary School part of?
J L Hensey Elementary School is part of District 50 Schools.
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