Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Akin Comm Cons 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School's student population of 106 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akin Comm Cons Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#500 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akin Comm Cons Elementary School's ranking?
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Akin Comm Cons Elementary School often compared to?
Akin Comm Cons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompsonville Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Akin Comm Cons Elementary School?
106 students attend Akin Comm Cons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Akin Comm Cons Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akin Comm Cons Elementary School?
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Akin Comm Cons Elementary School offer ?
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Akin Comm Cons Elementary School part of?
Akin Comm Cons Elementary School is part of Akin CCSD 91 School District.
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