Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carl Sandburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
28%
Black
47%
17%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Sandburg Elementary School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carl Sandburg Elementary School often compared to?
Carl Sandburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taft Elementary School, Aux Sable Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Elementary School?
367 students attend Carl Sandburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Carl Sandburg Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg Elementary School?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg Elementary School offer ?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carl Sandburg Elementary School part of?
Carl Sandburg Elementary School is part of Joliet Public School District 86.
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