Helen B Sandidge Elementary School serves 265 students in grades 3-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Helen B Sandidge Elementary School?
265 students attend Helen B Sandidge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Helen B Sandidge Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen B Sandidge Elementary School?
Helen B Sandidge Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Helen B Sandidge Elementary School offer ?
Helen B Sandidge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Helen B Sandidge Elementary School part of?
Helen B Sandidge Elementary School is part of Community Consolidated School District 146.
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.
