Serving 509 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitman Post Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rockton, IL, encompassing approximately 50.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles to its furthest point.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitman Post Elementary School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.38, 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
#543 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 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?
509 students attend Whitman Post Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Whitman Post Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 15:1, 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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