Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Locust Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marengo, IL, covering approximately 66.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Locust Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust 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 Locust Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1012 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
35%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)28.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Elementary School's ranking?
Locust Elementary School is ranked #1012 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Locust Elementary School?
501 students attend Locust Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Locust Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Elementary School?
Locust Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Locust Elementary School offer ?
Locust Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Locust Elementary School part of?
Locust Elementary School is part of Marengo-Union E Cons D 165 School District.
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