Pittsfield South Elementary School serves 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsfield South Elementary School's student population of 340 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Saukees
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pittsfield South Elementary School is 0.11, 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
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
White
94%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pittsfield South Elementary School often compared to?
Pittsfield South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Pace Alternative School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pittsfield South Elementary School?
340 students attend Pittsfield South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pittsfield South Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsfield South Elementary School?
Pittsfield South Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsfield South Elementary School offer ?
Pittsfield South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Pittsfield South Elementary School part of?
Pittsfield South Elementary School is part of Pikeland CUSD 10 School District.
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