Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C A Henning 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C A Henning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
C A Henning School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
C A Henning School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C A Henning School is 0.21, 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
#661 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 C A Henning School's ranking?
C A Henning School is ranked #661 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are C A Henning School often compared to?
C A Henning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend C A Henning School?
747 students attend C A Henning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of C A Henning School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C A Henning School?
C A Henning School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does C A Henning School offer ?
C A Henning School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is C A Henning School part of?
C A Henning School is part of Triad CUSD 2 School District.
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