Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Eunice Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eunice Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Eunice Smith Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eunice Smith 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
33%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alton CUSD 11 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Eunice Smith Elementary School?
188 students attend Eunice Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eunice Smith Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eunice Smith Elementary School?
Eunice Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eunice Smith Elementary School offer ?
Eunice Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Eunice Smith Elementary School part of?
Eunice Smith Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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