Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ramsey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ramsey Elementary School's student population of 207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
TODAY WE LEARN, TOMORROW WE LEAD
School Rankings
Ramsey Elementary 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 Ramsey Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#681 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
16%
5%
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 Ramsey Elementary School's ranking?
Ramsey Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ramsey Elementary School often compared to?
Ramsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandalia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Elementary School?
207 students attend Ramsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ramsey Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsey Elementary School?
Ramsey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramsey Elementary School offer ?
Ramsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ramsey Elementary School part of?
Ramsey Elementary School is part of Ramsey CUSD 204 School District.
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