Serving 247 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeastern Elementary School serves the entire district of Bowen, IL, covering an expansive area of approximately 271.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeastern Elementary School's student population of 247 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
247 students
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 0.06, 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
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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?
247 students attend Southeastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Southeastern Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeastern Elementary School?
Southeastern Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 CUSD 337 School District.
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