Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cantrall Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cantrall Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Provide a safe and enriching learning environment.
School Rankings
Cantrall Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantrall Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#291 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cantrall Elementary School's ranking?
Cantrall Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cantrall Elementary School often compared to?
Cantrall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School, Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cantrall Elementary School?
355 students attend Cantrall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cantrall Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cantrall Elementary School?
Cantrall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cantrall Elementary School offer ?
Cantrall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Cantrall Elementary School part of?
Cantrall Elementary School is part of Athens CUSD 213 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
No School- Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School- Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
No School- Spring Break (Events)
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School- Spring Break (Events)
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
No School- Spring Break (Events)
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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