Serving 406 students in grades 1-8, Iles Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Iles Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iles Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iles Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#42 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
13%
17%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
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 Iles Elementary School's ranking?
Iles Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Iles Elementary School often compared to?
Iles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Ball Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Iles Elementary School?
406 students attend Iles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Iles Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iles Elementary School?
Iles Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iles Elementary School offer ?
Iles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Iles Elementary School part of?
Iles Elementary School is part of Springfield School District 186.
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