Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Selmaville 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Selmaville Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Salem, IL, covering approximately 30.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.6 miles, with the furthest edge being 8.3 miles away, resulting in a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Selmaville Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Selmaville 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 Selmaville 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
#2357 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 20-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 Selmaville Elementary School's ranking?
Selmaville Elementary School is ranked #2357 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Selmaville Elementary School?
223 students attend Selmaville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Selmaville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selmaville Elementary School?
Selmaville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Selmaville Elementary School offer ?
Selmaville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Selmaville Elementary School part of?
Selmaville Elementary School is part of Selmaville CCSD 10 School District.
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