Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Durand 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 40-44% (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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- 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
Durand 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Durand Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durand 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 Durand Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#377 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durand Elementary School's ranking?
Durand Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Durand Elementary School often compared to?
Durand Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donald C Parker Early Educ Center, Pecatonica Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Durand Elementary School?
265 students attend Durand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Durand Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durand Elementary School?
Durand Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durand Elementary School offer ?
Durand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Durand Elementary School part of?
Durand Elementary School is part of Durand CUSD 322 School District.
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