Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rupley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rupley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rupley Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Rupley 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 Rupley Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#2654 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
69%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
20%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rupley Elementary School's ranking?
Rupley Elementary School is ranked #2654 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rupley Elementary School often compared to?
Rupley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Family Center For Learning, Salt Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rupley Elementary School?
280 students attend Rupley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rupley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rupley Elementary School?
Rupley Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rupley Elementary School offer ?
Rupley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rupley Elementary School part of?
Rupley Elementary School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
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