Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Old Post Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Post Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Post Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Old Post 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 Old Post Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1039 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Post Elementary School's ranking?
Old Post Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Old Post Elementary School often compared to?
Old Post Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Beach Elementary School, C I Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Old Post Elementary School?
414 students attend Old Post Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Old Post Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Post Elementary School?
Old Post Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Old Post Elementary School offer ?
Old Post Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Old Post Elementary School part of?
Old Post Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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