Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John A Bannes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
John A Bannes Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John A Bannes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John A Bannes Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1170 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John A Bannes Elementary School's ranking?
John A Bannes Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend John A Bannes Elementary School?
457 students attend John A Bannes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of John A Bannes Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John A Bannes Elementary School?
John A Bannes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does John A Bannes Elementary School offer ?
John A Bannes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John A Bannes Elementary School part of?
John A Bannes Elementary School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break - No School
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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