Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hampshire 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampshire Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Purple / White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampshire 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 Hampshire Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1367 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
72%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whip-pur
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampshire Elementary School's ranking?
Hampshire Elementary School is ranked #1367 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hampshire Elementary School?
446 students attend Hampshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hampshire Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 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 Hampshire Elementary School?
Hampshire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampshire Elementary School offer ?
Hampshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hampshire Elementary School part of?
Hampshire Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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