Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School's student population of 177 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1174 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School's ranking?
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School is ranked #1174 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School often compared to?
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metamora Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School?
177 students attend Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School?
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School offer ?
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School part of?
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School is part of Lowpoint-Washburn CUSD 21 School District.
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