North Elementary School serves 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
531 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Taylorville Community Unit School District 3.
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