Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Banner Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Banner Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banner Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banner Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#206 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banner Elementary School's ranking?
Banner Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Banner Elementary School often compared to?
Banner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Banner Elementary School?
381 students attend Banner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Banner Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banner Elementary School?
Banner Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banner Elementary School offer ?
Banner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Banner Elementary School part of?
Banner Elementary School is part of Dunlap CUSD 323 School District.
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