Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vernon L Barkstall 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 34% (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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Vern The Bear
School Rankings
Vernon L Barkstall 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 Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1108 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
36%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vern The Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School is ranked #1108 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School often compared to?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bottenfield Elementary School, Carrie Busey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School?
408 students attend Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School offer ?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School part of?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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