Petersburg Elementary School serves 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersburg Elementary School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2021
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Petersburg Elementary School is 0.08, 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
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
How many students attend Petersburg Elementary School?
335 students attend Petersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Petersburg Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petersburg Elementary School?
Petersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Petersburg Elementary School offer ?
Petersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Petersburg Elementary School part of?
Petersburg Elementary School is part of Porta CUSD 202 School District.
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