Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pana Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pana Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pana 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1251 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
96%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pana Elementary School's ranking?
Pana Elementary School is ranked #1251 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pana Elementary School?
507 students attend Pana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pana Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pana Elementary School?
Pana Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pana Elementary School offer ?
Pana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pana Elementary School part of?
Pana Elementary School is part of Pana CUSD 8 School District.
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