Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Farrington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farrington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Farrington Elementary School's student population of 46 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farrington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farrington Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Black
7%
16%
White
91%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farrington Elementary School's ranking?
Farrington Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Farrington Elementary School often compared to?
Farrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summersville Grade School, Boston Renaissance Charter Public School, Haley Pilot 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Farrington Elementary School?
46 students attend Farrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Farrington Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farrington Elementary School?
Farrington Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farrington Elementary School offer ?
Farrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Farrington Elementary School part of?
Farrington Elementary School is part of Farrington CCSD 99 School District.
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