Serving 115 students in grades 2-5, Raymond Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Raymond Grade School's student population of 115 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Raymond Grade 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 Raymond Grade School is 0.22, 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
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
29%
White
88%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 Raymond Grade School's ranking?
Raymond Grade School is ranked #1429 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Raymond Grade School?
115 students attend Raymond Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Raymond Grade School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond Grade School?
Raymond Grade School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymond Grade School offer ?
Raymond Grade School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Raymond Grade School part of?
Raymond Grade School is part of Panhandle CUSD 2 School District.
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