Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riddle 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riddle Elementary School serves the northwest part of Mattoon, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 116.1 square miles. Most families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riddle Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Riddle 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 Riddle Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2629 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 22-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 Riddle Elementary School's ranking?
Riddle Elementary School is ranked #2629 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Riddle Elementary School often compared to?
Riddle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arland D Williams Jr Elementary School, Carl Sandburg Elementary School, Ashmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Riddle Elementary School?
589 students attend Riddle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Riddle Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riddle Elementary School?
Riddle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riddle Elementary School offer ?
Riddle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riddle Elementary School part of?
Riddle Elementary School is part of Mattoon CUSD 2 School District.
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