Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Signal Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (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 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Signal Hill Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Belleville, IL, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Signal Hill Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Signal Hill Elementary School 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 Signal Hill Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
45%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-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 Signal Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Signal Hill Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Signal Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Signal Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Valley School, High Mount Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Signal Hill Elementary School?
291 students attend Signal Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Signal Hill Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Signal Hill Elementary School?
Signal Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Signal Hill Elementary School offer ?
Signal Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Signal Hill Elementary School part of?
Signal Hill Elementary School is part of Signal Hill SD 181 School District.
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