Serving 607 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin 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
Benjamin Elementary School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Unit 5's Mission is to Educate Each Student To Achieve Personal Excellence
School Rankings
Benjamin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Elementary School is 0.67, which is less 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
#306 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mclean County USD 5 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Benjamin Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Elementary School, Northpoint Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Elementary School?
607 students attend Benjamin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Benjamin Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Elementary School?
Benjamin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benjamin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benjamin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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