Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dubois Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dubois Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dubois Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dubois Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3127 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
56%
17%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
20%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springfield School District 186
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dubois Elementary School's ranking?
Dubois Elementary School is ranked #3127 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dubois Elementary School often compared to?
Dubois Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dubois Elementary School?
438 students attend Dubois Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dubois Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dubois Elementary School?
Dubois Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dubois Elementary School offer ?
Dubois Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dubois Elementary School part of?
Dubois Elementary School is part of Springfield School District 186.
In what neighborhood is Dubois Elementary School located?
Dubois Elementary School is located in the Historic West Side neighborhood of Springfield, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Historic West Side.
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