Serving 121 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lisbon Grade School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lisbon Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newark, IL, covering approximately 43.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisbon Grade 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
Lisbon Grade School's student population of 121 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lisbon Grade School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisbon Grade School is 0.22, 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
#294 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisbon Grade School's ranking?
Lisbon Grade School is ranked #294 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lisbon Grade School?
121 students attend Lisbon Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lisbon Grade School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lisbon Grade School?
Lisbon Grade School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisbon Grade School offer ?
Lisbon Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lisbon Grade School part of?
Lisbon Grade School is part of Lisbon CCSD 90 School District.
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