Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-3, New Baden 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Baden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Baden Elementary School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Baden 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 New Baden Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#258 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wesclin CUSD 3 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Baden Elementary School's ranking?
New Baden Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Baden Elementary School?
246 students attend New Baden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of New Baden Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Baden Elementary School?
New Baden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Baden Elementary School offer ?
New Baden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is New Baden Elementary School part of?
New Baden Elementary School is part of Wesclin CUSD 3 School District.
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