Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clarence E Culver School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence E Culver School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clarence E Culver School's student population of 650 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clarence E Culver School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Clarence E Culver School?
650 students attend Clarence E Culver School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Clarence E Culver School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarence E Culver School?
Clarence E Culver School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarence E Culver School offer ?
Clarence E Culver School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clarence E Culver School part of?
Clarence E Culver School is part of Niles ESD 71 School District.
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