Serving 299 students in grades 2-3, Coal City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coal City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Coal City Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
It is our mission to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's challenges.
School Rankings
Coal City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coal City Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1308 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Coal City Elementary School's ranking?
Coal City Elementary School is ranked #1308 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Coal City Elementary School?
299 students attend Coal City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Coal City Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coal City Elementary School?
Coal City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coal City Elementary School offer ?
Coal City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Coal City Elementary School part of?
Coal City Elementary School is part of Coal City CUSD 1 School District.
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