Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Tri-c Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-c Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tri-c Elementary School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tri-c 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 Tri-c Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#791 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Tri-c Elementary School's ranking?
Tri-c Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tri-c Elementary School often compared to?
Tri-c Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Primary Center, Denning Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tri-c Elementary School?
701 students attend Tri-c Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tri-c Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tri-c Elementary School?
Tri-c Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tri-c Elementary School offer ?
Tri-c Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Tri-c Elementary School part of?
Tri-c Elementary School is part of Carterville CUSD 5 School District.
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