South School serves 53 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
South School's student population of 53 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South School is 0.61, 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
18:1
13:1
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
58%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South School often compared to?
South Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes Elementary School, Mark Delay School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend South School?
53 students attend South School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South School?
South School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South School offer ?
South School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is South School part of?
South School is part of CUSD 201 School District.
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