Serving 57 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mount Erie Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Erie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mount Erie Elementary School's student population of 57 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Mount Erie Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Erie Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Erie Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Erie Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mount Erie Elementary School?
57 students attend Mount Erie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mount Erie Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Erie Elementary School?
Mount Erie Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Erie Elementary School offer ?
Mount Erie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Mount Erie Elementary School part of?
Mount Erie Elementary School is part of North Wayne CUSD 200 School District.
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