Petersburg Elementary School serves 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersburg Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Petersburg Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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
How many students attend Petersburg Elementary School?
343 students attend Petersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Petersburg Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petersburg Elementary School?
Petersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Petersburg Elementary School offer ?
Petersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Petersburg Elementary School part of?
Petersburg Elementary School is part of Porta CUSD 202 School District.
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