Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Salt Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salt Creek Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Salt Creek Elementary School is ranked #2143 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Salt Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Salt Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Family Center For Learning, Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School, Rupley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Salt Creek Elementary School?
410 students attend Salt Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Salt Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Creek Elementary School?
Salt Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salt Creek Elementary School offer ?
Salt Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Salt Creek Elementary School part of?
Salt Creek Elementary School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Regular education kindergarten teacher lack of compassion/effort toward students with special needs
1 10/10/2025
Extreme inconsistency among staff members with drop off and pick up directions. Testing primarily focused on meeting time restrictions not children's knowledge. Parents are afraid to address faculty with concerns as retaliation is common.
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