Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Steeleville Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is higher 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (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
School Overview
Steeleville Elementary School's student population of 323 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At 211 degrees water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can power a locomotive. The one extra degree... Makes all the difference.
School Rankings
Steeleville 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 Steeleville Elementary 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
88%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steeleville Elementary School's ranking?
Steeleville Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Steeleville Elementary School often compared to?
Steeleville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trico Elementary School, Chester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Steeleville Elementary School?
323 students attend Steeleville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Steeleville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steeleville Elementary School?
Steeleville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steeleville Elementary School offer ?
Steeleville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Steeleville Elementary School part of?
Steeleville Elementary School is part of Steeleville CUSD 138 School District.
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