South School serves 54 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- 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 54 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of South School is 0.65, 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
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
11%
17%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
54 students attend South School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of South School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
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 Community Unit School District 201.
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