Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chrisman 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chrisman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chrisman Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower all students to succeed in a changing world.
School Rankings
Chrisman 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 Chrisman 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
#2535 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
96%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chrisman Elementary School's ranking?
Chrisman Elementary School is ranked #2535 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chrisman Elementary School?
120 students attend Chrisman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chrisman Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chrisman Elementary School?
Chrisman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chrisman Elementary School offer ?
Chrisman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chrisman Elementary School part of?
Chrisman Elementary School is part of Edgar County Cud 6 School District.
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