Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, United Elementary School - North ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: United Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Alexis, IL, encompassing approximately 380 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
United Elementary School - North's student population of 186 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
United Elementary School - North ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United Elementary School - North is 0.29, 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
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-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 United Elementary School - North's ranking?
United Elementary School - North is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend United Elementary School - North?
186 students attend United Elementary School - North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of United Elementary School - North students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of United Elementary School - North?
United Elementary School - North has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does United Elementary School - North offer ?
United Elementary School - North offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is United Elementary School - North part of?
United Elementary School - North is part of United CUSD 304 School District.
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