Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nettle Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettle Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nettle Creek Elementary School's student population of 77 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TEACH. CARE. PREPARE.
School Rankings
Nettle Creek 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 Nettle Creek Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#952 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettle Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Nettle Creek Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nettle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Nettle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saratoga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nettle Creek Elementary School?
77 students attend Nettle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nettle Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nettle Creek Elementary School?
Nettle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nettle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Nettle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nettle Creek Elementary School part of?
Nettle Creek Elementary School is part of Nettle Creek CCSD 24c School District.
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