Lilly-freeman Elementary School serves 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lilly-freeman Elementary School?
351 students attend Lilly-freeman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lilly-freeman Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lilly-freeman Elementary School?
Lilly-freeman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lilly-freeman Elementary School offer ?
Lilly-freeman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lilly-freeman Elementary School part of?
Lilly-freeman Elementary School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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