Southeastern Elementary School

607 N Worrell St
Bowen, IL 62316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southeastern 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 25-29% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Southeastern Elementary School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a quality education within a safe, orderly, and disciplined environment where every student will develop the academic and life skills to be independent, productive citizens.

School Rankings

Southeastern 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 Southeastern Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
27%
25-29%
30%
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southeastern Elementary School's ranking?
Southeastern Elementary School is ranked #2105 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Southeastern Elementary School?
265 students attend Southeastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Southeastern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeastern Elementary School?
Southeastern Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeastern Elementary School offer ?
Southeastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Southeastern Elementary School part of?
Southeastern Elementary School is part of Southeastern Community Unit School District 337.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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