Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Erie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Erie Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erie 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 Erie Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#717 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Erie CUSD 1 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erie Elementary School's ranking?
Erie Elementary School is ranked #717 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Erie Elementary School often compared to?
Erie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Erie Elementary School?
242 students attend Erie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Erie Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erie Elementary School?
Erie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erie Elementary School offer ?
Erie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Erie Elementary School part of?
Erie Elementary School is part of Erie CUSD 1 School District.
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