Dow Elementary School serves 111 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥95% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 85-89% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥95%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)85-89%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
100%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% IL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IL state average).
How many students attend Dow Elementary School?
111 students attend Dow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dow Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dow Elementary School?
Dow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dow Elementary School offer ?
Dow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dow Elementary School part of?
Dow Elementary School is part of Jersey Community Unit School District 100.
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