Lucas Elementary School serves 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lucas Elementary School?
165 students attend Lucas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lucas Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucas Elementary School?
Lucas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lucas Elementary School offer ?
Lucas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lucas Elementary School part of?
Lucas Elementary School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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