Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John A Bannes 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John A Bannes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John A Bannes Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Child. Every Day.
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
John A Bannes 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 John A Bannes Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#974 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John A Bannes Elementary School's ranking?
John A Bannes Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John A Bannes Elementary School?
440 students attend John A Bannes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of John A Bannes Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John A Bannes Elementary School?
John A Bannes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John A Bannes Elementary School offer ?
John A Bannes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John A Bannes Elementary School part of?
John A Bannes Elementary School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day to Order "One Team. One Dream." Shirts
August 22, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of First Quarter
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Fall Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Fall Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of Second Quarter
January 09, 2026 (Friday)
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