Putnam Co Primary School serves 208 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 13% 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: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Putnam Co Primary School's student population of 208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Putnam Co Primary School is 0.24, 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
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
87%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Putnam Co Primary School?
208 students attend Putnam Co Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Putnam Co Primary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Co Primary School?
Putnam Co Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Putnam Co Primary School offer ?
Putnam Co Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Putnam Co Primary School part of?
Putnam Co Primary School is part of Putnam County CUSD 535 School District.
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