Mercer County Elc serves 66 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Community Size
School Overview
Mercer County Elc's student population of 66 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mercer County Elc is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
91%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mercer County Elc?
66 students attend Mercer County Elc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mercer County Elc students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer County Elc?
Mercer County Elc has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mercer County Elc offer ?
Mercer County Elc offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Mercer County Elc part of?
Mercer County Elc is part of Mercer County School District 404.
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