Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Tri-c Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 17% 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: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-c Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tri-c Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Tri-c Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri-c Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#791 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Tri-c Elementary School's ranking?
Tri-c Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tri-c Elementary School often compared to?
Tri-c Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Primary Center, Denning Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tri-c Elementary School?
657 students attend Tri-c Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Tri-c Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tri-c Elementary School?
Tri-c Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tri-c Elementary School offer ?
Tri-c Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Tri-c Elementary School part of?
Tri-c Elementary School is part of Carterville CUSD 5 School District.
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