Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marseilles 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marseilles Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 5.6 square miles in Marseilles, IL. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marseilles Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marseilles 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 Marseilles Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#2837 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marseilles Elementary School's ranking?
Marseilles Elementary School is ranked #2837 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marseilles Elementary School often compared to?
Marseilles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Ridge School, Leland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marseilles Elementary School?
528 students attend Marseilles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Marseilles Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marseilles Elementary School?
Marseilles Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marseilles Elementary School offer ?
Marseilles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marseilles Elementary School part of?
Marseilles Elementary School is part of Marseilles ESD 150 School District.
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