Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School

4900 Columbus Rd
Quincy, IL 62305
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dr. Abby Fox Rooney 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 Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1381 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
30%
27%
28%
30%
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
8%
17%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School is ranked #1381 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School?
482 students attend Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School?
Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School part of?
Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elementary School is part of Quincy School District 172.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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