Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Paine 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 15-19% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Paine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Paine Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
As a community, Thomas Paine Elementary School works collectively acquiring knowledge, developing skills, and building character while respecting cultural diversity and individuality to achieve personal greatness to lead to a more equitable society.
School Rankings
Thomas Paine 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 Thomas Paine Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
45%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Paine Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Paine Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Thomas Paine Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Paine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wiley Elementary School, Dr Preston L Williams Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Thomas Paine Elementary School?
362 students attend Thomas Paine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thomas Paine Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Paine Elementary School?
Thomas Paine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Paine Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Paine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Paine Elementary School part of?
Thomas Paine Elementary School is part of Urbana SD 116 School District.
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