Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pope County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to 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 8% 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: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pope County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Golconda, IL, covering approximately 374.3 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical driving time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pope County Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Once a Pirate, Always a Pirate.
School Rankings
Pope County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pope County Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1997 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, White, Black
School Mascot
Pirates & Lady Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope County Elementary School's ranking?
Pope County Elementary School is ranked #1997 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pope County Elementary School often compared to?
Pope County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldorado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pope County Elementary School?
300 students attend Pope County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pope County Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pope County Elementary School?
Pope County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pope County Elementary School offer ?
Pope County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pope County Elementary School part of?
Pope County Elementary School is part of Pope Co Cud 1 School District.
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