Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr 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 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#264 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
69%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School's ranking?
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School often compared to?
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estelle Kampmeyer Elementary School, Delores Moye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School?
472 students attend J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School?
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School offer ?
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School part of?
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elementary School is part of O Fallon CCSD 90 School District.
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