Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donovan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donovan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Donovan Elementary School's student population of 153 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Donovan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donovan Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
84%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 is Donovan Elementary School's ranking?
Donovan Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Donovan Elementary School?
153 students attend Donovan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Donovan Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donovan Elementary School?
Donovan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Donovan Elementary School offer ?
Donovan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Donovan Elementary School part of?
Donovan Elementary School is part of Donovan CUSD 3 School District.
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