Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reed-custer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 19% 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: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Reed-Custer Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Braidwood, IL, covering approximately 54.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reed-custer Elementary School's student population of 690 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
690 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Reed-custer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed-custer Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1063 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-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 Reed-custer Elementary School's ranking?
Reed-custer Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reed-custer Elementary School often compared to?
Reed-custer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reed-custer Elementary School?
690 students attend Reed-custer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Reed-custer Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reed-custer Elementary School?
Reed-custer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reed-custer Elementary School offer ?
Reed-custer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Reed-custer Elementary School part of?
Reed-custer Elementary School is part of Reed Custer CUSD 255u School District.
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