Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Shabbona Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shabbona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shabbona Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Shabbona Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shabbona Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1167 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
18%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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
What is Shabbona Elementary School's ranking?
Shabbona Elementary School is ranked #1167 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Shabbona Elementary School often compared to?
Shabbona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley East Elementary School, Bradley West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Shabbona Elementary School?
289 students attend Shabbona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shabbona Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shabbona Elementary School?
Shabbona Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shabbona Elementary School offer ?
Shabbona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Shabbona Elementary School part of?
Shabbona Elementary School is part of Bourbonnais SD 53 School District.
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