Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Calhoun North Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 55-59% (which was approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Calhoun North Elementary School?
312 students attend Calhoun North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Calhoun North Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun North Elementary School?
Calhoun North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun North Elementary School offer ?
Calhoun North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Calhoun North Elementary School part of?
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