Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#995 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Southeast Elementary School often compared to?
Southeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Grove Elementary School, South Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
303 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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