Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ramsey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramsey Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Ramsey, IL, encompassing approximately 141.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ramsey Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#681 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
98%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
16%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramsey Elementary School's ranking?
Ramsey Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ramsey Elementary School often compared to?
Ramsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandalia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Elementary School?
212 students attend Ramsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ramsey Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramsey Elementary School?
Ramsey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramsey Elementary School offer ?
Ramsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ramsey Elementary School part of?
Ramsey Elementary School is part of Ramsey CUSD 204 School District.
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