Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stratton 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Champaign, IL, encompassing approximately 80.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratton Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Stratton Strong!
School Rankings
Stratton 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 Stratton Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2770 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
8%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratton Elementary School's ranking?
Stratton Elementary School is ranked #2770 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stratton Elementary School often compared to?
Stratton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stratton Elementary School?
454 students attend Stratton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Stratton Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratton Elementary School?
Stratton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stratton Elementary School offer ?
Stratton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stratton Elementary School part of?
Stratton Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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