Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Neponset Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neponset Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Neponset, IL, covering approximately 89 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neponset Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Neponset Grade School's student population of 137 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Neponset Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neponset Grade School is 0.38, 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
#563 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neponset Grade School's ranking?
Neponset Grade School is ranked #563 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Neponset Grade School?
137 students attend Neponset Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Neponset Grade School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neponset Grade School?
Neponset Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neponset Grade School offer ?
Neponset Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Neponset Grade School part of?
Neponset Grade School is part of Kewanee CUSD 229 School District.
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