Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, St. Joseph Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Joseph Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Saint Joseph, IL, covering approximately 47.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
St. Joseph Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Joseph Elementary School 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 St. Joseph Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#505 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. Joseph Elementary School often compared to?
St. Joseph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend St. Joseph Elementary School?
423 students attend St. Joseph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of St. Joseph Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Joseph Elementary School?
St. Joseph Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Joseph Elementary School offer ?
St. Joseph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is St. Joseph Elementary School part of?
St. Joseph Elementary School is part of St Joseph CCSD 169 School District.
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