Serving 155 students in grades 3-4, Shipman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shipman Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Shipman, IL, encompassing approximately 173.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the zone, which extends up to 13.3 miles away, usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shipman Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shipman Elementary 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 Shipman Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#872 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shipman Elementary School's ranking?
Shipman Elementary School is ranked #872 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Shipman Elementary School?
155 students attend Shipman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shipman Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shipman Elementary School?
Shipman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shipman Elementary School offer ?
Shipman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Shipman Elementary School part of?
Shipman Elementary School is part of Southwestern CUSD 9 School District.
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