Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marissa 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marissa Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Marissa, IL, covering an area of approximately 60.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marissa Elementary School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marissa 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 Marissa Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marissa Elementary School's ranking?
Marissa Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marissa Elementary School?
266 students attend Marissa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Marissa Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marissa Elementary School?
Marissa Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marissa Elementary School offer ?
Marissa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Marissa Elementary School part of?
Marissa Elementary School is part of Marissa CUSD 40 School District.
School Calendar
View the Marissa Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Half Day - Start of Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Everyone in the would this is a good school thanks to Mr.Cogdill I would like for all kids to know that this is the best you would wanna go to PS. Thanks Madi Behiter
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