Serving 63 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lostant Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lostant Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lostant, IL, encompassing approximately 52.2 square miles. The area typically requires a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.1 miles and the furthest edge located 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lostant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lostant Elementary School's student population of 63 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lostant 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 Lostant Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#814 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
29%
White
97%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lostant Elementary School's ranking?
Lostant Elementary School is ranked #814 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lostant Elementary School?
63 students attend Lostant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lostant Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lostant Elementary School?
Lostant Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lostant Elementary School offer ?
Lostant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lostant Elementary School part of?
Lostant Elementary School is part of Lostant CUSD 425 School District.
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