Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dawn Elser Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dawn Elser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dawn Elser Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dawn Elser Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dawn Elser Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1949 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
30%
16%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 is Dawn Elser Elementary School's ranking?
Dawn Elser Elementary School is ranked #1949 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dawn Elser Elementary School often compared to?
Dawn Elser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delores Moye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dawn Elser Elementary School?
384 students attend Dawn Elser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Dawn Elser Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dawn Elser Elementary School?
Dawn Elser Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dawn Elser Elementary School offer ?
Dawn Elser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Dawn Elser Elementary School part of?
Dawn Elser Elementary School is part of Central SD 104 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2010
Academic program is very good. Music program is fantastic. Many sport activities to choose from, along with other extracurricular activities. Very impressive staff. Parent involvement is wonderful
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