Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Locust Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Locust Elementary School's student population of 538 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1012 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
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 Locust Elementary School's ranking?
Locust Elementary School is ranked #1012 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Locust Elementary School?
538 students attend Locust Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Locust Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Elementary School?
Locust Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Locust Elementary School offer ?
Locust Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Locust Elementary School part of?
Locust Elementary School is part of Marengo-Union E Cons D 165 School District.
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