Edgemont Elementary School serves 241 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
98%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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
How many students attend Edgemont Elementary School?
241 students attend Edgemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Edgemont Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont Elementary School?
Edgemont Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgemont Elementary School offer ?
Edgemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edgemont Elementary School part of?
Edgemont Elementary School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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