Serving 135 students in grades 3-5, P L Bolin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P L Bolin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
P L Bolin Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
P L Bolin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P L Bolin Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#883 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P L Bolin Elementary School's ranking?
P L Bolin Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend P L Bolin Elementary School?
135 students attend P L Bolin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of P L Bolin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P L Bolin Elementary School?
P L Bolin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does P L Bolin Elementary School offer ?
P L Bolin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is P L Bolin Elementary School part of?
P L Bolin Elementary School is part of East Peoria SD 86 School District.
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