Mcelvain School serves 64 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcelvain School's student population of 64 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mcelvain School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)3.1%
31.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
59%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mcelvain School?
64 students attend Mcelvain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mcelvain School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Mcelvain School offer ?
Mcelvain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Mcelvain School part of?
Mcelvain School is part of Murphysboro CUSD 186 School District.
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