Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Fort 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Fort Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Little Fort Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Fort Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Fort Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2004 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
72%
27%
Black
18%
17%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
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 Little Fort Elementary School's ranking?
Little Fort Elementary School is ranked #2004 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Little Fort Elementary School often compared to?
Little Fort Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Learn Charter 9 Campus In Waukegan 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 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Little Fort Elementary School?
411 students attend Little Fort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Little Fort Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Fort Elementary School?
Little Fort Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Fort Elementary School offer ?
Little Fort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Little Fort Elementary School part of?
Little Fort Elementary School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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