Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Limestone Walters Elementary School's student population of 186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limestone Walters Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone Walters Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#872 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Limestone Walters Elementary School's ranking?
Limestone Walters Elementary School is ranked #872 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Limestone Walters Elementary School often compared to?
Limestone Walters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School, Brimfield Grade School, Franklin Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Limestone Walters Elementary School?
186 students attend Limestone Walters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Limestone Walters Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limestone Walters Elementary School?
Limestone Walters Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limestone Walters Elementary School offer ?
Limestone Walters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Limestone Walters Elementary School part of?
Limestone Walters Elementary School is part of Limestone Walters CCSD 316 School District.
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