Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Childs 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Childs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Childs Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
Tomorrow's Leaders... Today!
School Rankings
Childs 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 Childs Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2741 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
65%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
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 Childs Elementary School's ranking?
Childs Elementary School is ranked #2741 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Childs Elementary School?
130 students attend Childs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Childs Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Childs Elementary School?
Childs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Childs Elementary School offer ?
Childs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Childs Elementary School part of?
Childs Elementary School is part of Posen-Robbins Education Service District 143-5.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Winter Break
January 02, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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