Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Henry Raab Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Raab Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Henry Raab Elementary School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry Raab Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Raab Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2578 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
47%
16%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Raab Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Raab Elementary School is ranked #2578 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry Raab Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Raab Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry Raab Elementary School?
158 students attend Henry Raab Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Henry Raab Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Raab Elementary School?
Henry Raab Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Raab Elementary School offer ?
Henry Raab Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Henry Raab Elementary School part of?
Henry Raab Elementary School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
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