Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pecatonica Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecatonica Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 75.5 square miles in Pecatonica, IL. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica Elementary School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Pecatonica Elementary 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 Pecatonica 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
#586 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica Elementary School's ranking?
Pecatonica Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pecatonica Elementary School often compared to?
Pecatonica Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durand Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pecatonica Elementary School?
307 students attend Pecatonica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pecatonica Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecatonica Elementary School?
Pecatonica Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica Elementary School offer ?
Pecatonica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pecatonica Elementary School part of?
Pecatonica Elementary School is part of Pecatonica CUSD 321 School District.
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