Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Pekin 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pekin Elementary School's student population of 180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pekin 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 South Pekin Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pekin Elementary School's ranking?
South Pekin Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Pekin Elementary School often compared to?
South Pekin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Pekin Elementary School?
180 students attend South Pekin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Pekin Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pekin Elementary School?
South Pekin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pekin Elementary School offer ?
South Pekin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Pekin Elementary School part of?
South Pekin Elementary School is part of South Pekin SD 137 School District.
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