Serving 246 students in grades 4-5, Posen 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Posen Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district located in Posen, IL, covering approximately 3.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Posen Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Tomorrow's Leaders... Today!
School Rankings
Posen 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 Posen Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2827 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Posen Elementary School's ranking?
Posen Elementary School is ranked #2827 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Posen Elementary School?
246 students attend Posen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Posen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Posen Elementary School?
Posen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Posen Elementary School offer ?
Posen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Posen Elementary School part of?
Posen Elementary School is part of Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5 School District.
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