Serving 209 students in grades 5-8, Seneca Elementary School South Campus ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Seneca Elementary School South Campus serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Seneca, IL, encompassing approximately 65.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 4.3 miles and the furthest edge located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Elementary School South Campus's student population of 209 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
209 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Seneca Elementary School South Campus 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 Seneca Elementary School South Campus is 0.26, 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
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Elementary School South Campus's ranking?
Seneca Elementary School South Campus is ranked #1314 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Seneca Elementary School South Campus?
209 students attend Seneca Elementary School South Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Seneca Elementary School South Campus students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Elementary School South Campus?
Seneca Elementary School South Campus has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seneca Elementary School South Campus offer ?
Seneca Elementary School South Campus offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Seneca Elementary School South Campus part of?
Seneca Elementary School South Campus is part of Seneca CCSD 170 School District.
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