Serving 604 students in grades 2-4, Luther J Schilling 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luther J Schilling School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Luther J Schilling School's student population of 604 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
604 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther J Schilling 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 Luther J Schilling School is 0.28, 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
#493 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
12%
28%

Black
1%
16%

White
84%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther J Schilling School's ranking?
Luther J Schilling School is ranked #493 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Luther J Schilling School?
604 students attend Luther J Schilling School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Luther J Schilling School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luther J Schilling School?
Luther J Schilling School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Luther J Schilling School offer ?
Luther J Schilling School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Luther J Schilling School part of?
Luther J Schilling School is part of Homer CCSD 33c School District.
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