Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fox Creek Elementary School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fox Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Creek Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
37%
16%
White
32%
45%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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
What is Fox Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Creek Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fox Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Fox Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pepper Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fox Creek Elementary School?
292 students attend Fox Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Fox Creek Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Creek Elementary School?
Fox Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Creek Elementary School offer ?
Fox Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fox Creek Elementary School part of?
Fox Creek Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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