Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. George Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. George Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. George Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. George Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#860 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
72%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. George Elementary School's ranking?
St. George Elementary School is ranked #860 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are St. George Elementary School often compared to?
St. George Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momence Jr High School, Je-neir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend St. George Elementary School?
392 students attend St. George Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of St. George Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. George Elementary School?
St. George Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. George Elementary School offer ?
St. George Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is St. George Elementary School part of?
St. George Elementary School is part of St George CCSD 258 School District.
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