Serving 297 students in grades 3-4, Memorial 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Elementary School serves the southern part of Taylorville, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 121.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Elementary School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2343 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Memorial Elementary School is ranked #2343 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Memorial Elementary School?
297 students attend Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Memorial Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Elementary School?
Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Memorial Elementary School part of?
Memorial Elementary School is part of Taylorville CUSD 3 School District.
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