Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rome Comm Cons Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rome Comm Cons Elem School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dix, IL, encompassing approximately 43.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rome Comm Cons Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rome Comm Cons 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 Rome Comm Cons 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
#1585 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)12.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rome Comm Cons Elementary School's ranking?
Rome Comm Cons Elementary School is ranked #1585 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rome Comm Cons Elementary School often compared to?
Rome Comm Cons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School, Zadok Casey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rome Comm Cons Elementary School?
286 students attend Rome Comm Cons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rome Comm Cons Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rome Comm Cons Elementary School?
Rome Comm Cons Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rome Comm Cons Elementary School offer ?
Rome Comm Cons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rome Comm Cons Elementary School part of?
Rome Comm Cons Elementary School is part of Rome CCSD 2 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
There seems like there is a lot of bullying going on in this school.... And I am a student.. I don't really like it. I does have really good and nice, caring teachers in it though... but overall it is a good school...
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