Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clarence E Culver 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence E Culver School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Clarence E Culver School's student population of 655 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clarence E Culver School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
52%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clarence E Culver School?
655 students attend Clarence E Culver School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Clarence E Culver School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarence E Culver School?
Clarence E Culver School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarence E Culver School offer ?
Clarence E Culver School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clarence E Culver School part of?
Clarence E Culver School is part of Niles ESD 71 School District.
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