Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Scott Altman Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scott Altman Primary School serves the southern part of Pekin, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Altman Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scott Altman Primary School's student population of 189 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott Altman Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Altman Primary School is 0.19, 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
#858 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Altman Primary School's ranking?
Scott Altman Primary School is ranked #858 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Scott Altman Primary School?
189 students attend Scott Altman Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Scott Altman Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott Altman Primary School?
Scott Altman Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott Altman Primary School offer ?
Scott Altman Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Scott Altman Primary School part of?
Scott Altman Primary School is part of Pekin PSD 108 School District.
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