Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mark Denman 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Denman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mark Denman Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mark Denman Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)22%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
53%
17%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
2%
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 schools are Mark Denman Elementary School often compared to?
Mark Denman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Ridge Middle School, Northeast Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Mark Denman Elementary School?
585 students attend Mark Denman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mark Denman Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Denman Elementary School?
Mark Denman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mark Denman Elementary School offer ?
Mark Denman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Mark Denman Elementary School part of?
Mark Denman Elementary School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - One Hour Early Dismissal
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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