Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beecher Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 38% 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: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beecher Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beecher 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 Beecher Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1721 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
62%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beecher Elementary School's ranking?
Beecher Elementary School is ranked #1721 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Beecher Elementary School?
459 students attend Beecher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Beecher Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beecher Elementary School?
Beecher Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beecher Elementary School offer ?
Beecher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beecher Elementary School part of?
Beecher Elementary School is part of Beecher CUSD 200u School District.
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