Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl City 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 27%). 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Pearl City, IL, covering approximately 90.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge reaching 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl City Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Inspire In Everyone A Passion To Excel
School Rankings
Pearl City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl City Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
80%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl City Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl City Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 3,542 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 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pearl City Elementary School?
213 students attend Pearl City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pearl City Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl City Elementary School?
Pearl City Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pearl City Elementary School offer ?
Pearl City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pearl City Elementary School part of?
Pearl City Elementary School is part of Pearl City CUSD 200 School District.
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