Serving 198 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Towanda Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towanda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Towanda Elementary School's student population of 198 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Towanda Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towanda Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#542 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 is Towanda Elementary School's ranking?
Towanda Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Towanda Elementary School often compared to?
Towanda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Elementary 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 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Towanda Elementary School?
198 students attend Towanda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Towanda Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Towanda Elementary School?
Towanda Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Towanda Elementary School offer ?
Towanda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Towanda Elementary School part of?
Towanda Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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