Serving 544 students in grades 4-6, Spencer Crossing ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Spencer Crossing serves the southeast part of New Lenox, IL, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencer Crossing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spencer Crossing's student population of 544 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spencer Crossing ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencer Crossing is 0.27, 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
#655 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer Crossing's ranking?
Spencer Crossing is ranked #655 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spencer Crossing?
544 students attend Spencer Crossing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Spencer Crossing students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spencer Crossing?
Spencer Crossing has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spencer Crossing offer ?
Spencer Crossing offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Spencer Crossing part of?
Spencer Crossing is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.
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