Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palestine Grade 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palestine Grade School's student population of 274 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Pioneer Pride
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palestine Grade 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 Palestine Grade School is 0.12, 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
#3215 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine Grade School's ranking?
Palestine Grade School is ranked #3215 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Palestine Grade School?
274 students attend Palestine Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Palestine Grade School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palestine Grade School?
Palestine Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palestine Grade School offer ?
Palestine Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palestine Grade School part of?
Palestine Grade School is part of Palestine CUSD 3 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor teaching and just an all around poor school. Not concerned at all for a child's learning experience.
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