Littlejohn Elementary School

1121 School St
Dekalb, IL 60115
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Littlejohn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Littlejohn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Littlejohn Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026

School Rankings

Littlejohn 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 Littlejohn Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
27%
21%
30%
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
49%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Littlejohn Elementary School's ranking?
Littlejohn Elementary School is ranked #2407 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Littlejohn Elementary School often compared to?
Littlejohn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Cortland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Littlejohn Elementary School?
361 students attend Littlejohn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Littlejohn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Littlejohn Elementary School?
Littlejohn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Littlejohn Elementary School offer ?
Littlejohn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Littlejohn Elementary School part of?
Littlejohn Elementary School is part of Dekalb CUSD 428 School District.

School Reviews

5   1/6/2024
The teachers are so nice the kids there have fun and are very kind i went there it was amazing because the people and the teachers were the best i had to move away in 2nd grade and I miss it and I want your kid to be able to gave that same feeling because they deserve it so much!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Olivia Trotter

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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