Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Limestone Walters Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 17.2 square miles in Peoria, IL, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Limestone Walters Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone Walters Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#872 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)14.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. 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 Limestone Walters Elementary School's ranking?
Limestone Walters Elementary School is ranked #872 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Limestone Walters Elementary School often compared to?
Limestone Walters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School, Brimfield Grade School, Franklin Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Limestone Walters Elementary School?
169 students attend Limestone Walters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Limestone Walters Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limestone Walters Elementary School?
Limestone Walters Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limestone Walters Elementary School offer ?
Limestone Walters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Limestone Walters Elementary School part of?
Limestone Walters Elementary School is part of Limestone Walters CCSD 316 School District.
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