Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vandalia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 9% 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: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vandalia Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Vandalia, IL, encompassing approximately 235.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandalia Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Vandalia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandalia Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1410 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandalia Elementary School's ranking?
Vandalia Elementary School is ranked #1410 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vandalia Elementary School often compared to?
Vandalia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsey Elementary School, Brownstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Vandalia Elementary School?
552 students attend Vandalia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vandalia Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandalia Elementary School?
Vandalia Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vandalia Elementary School offer ?
Vandalia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Vandalia Elementary School part of?
Vandalia Elementary School is part of Vandalia CUSD 203 School District.
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