Whitman Post Elementary School

1060 E Union St
Rockton, IL 61072
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 525 students in grades 3-5, Whitman Post Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Whitman Post Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Whitman Post Elementary School's student population of 525 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To work together with families and the community to inspire each child and to provide an outstanding educational foundation.

School Rankings

Whitman Post Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitman Post Elementary School is 0.40, 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)
#543 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
49%
27%
43%
30%
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Whitman Post Elementary School's ranking?
Whitman Post Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Whitman Post Elementary School often compared to?
Whitman Post Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shirland C C School, Rockton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Whitman Post Elementary School?
525 students attend Whitman Post Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Whitman Post Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitman Post Elementary School?
Whitman Post Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whitman Post Elementary School offer ?
Whitman Post Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Whitman Post Elementary School part of?
Whitman Post Elementary School is part of Rockton SD 140 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 525 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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