Blackstone Elementary School serves 197 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Blackstone Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blackstone Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
49%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Blackstone Elementary School?
197 students attend Blackstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blackstone Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Elementary School?
Blackstone Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Elementary School offer ?
Blackstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Blackstone Elementary School part of?
Blackstone Elementary School is part of Mendota CCSD 289 School District.
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