Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Concord Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Concord Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Concord Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Concord Elementary School often compared to?
Concord Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School, Lace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Concord Elementary School?
451 students attend Concord Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Concord Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% 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 Concord Elementary School?
Concord Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Concord Elementary School offer ?
Concord Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Concord Elementary School part of?
Concord Elementary School is part of Cass SD 63 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Prekindergarten
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School - Kindergarten through 8th Grade
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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