Serving 588 students in grades 1-5, Raymond Ellis 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 7% (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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (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
Raymond Ellis Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and empower students to construct a thriving future
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Raymond Ellis 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 Raymond Ellis Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3074 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Ellis Elementary School's ranking?
Raymond Ellis Elementary School is ranked #3074 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% 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 Raymond Ellis Elementary School?
588 students attend Raymond Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Raymond Ellis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymond Ellis Elementary School?
Raymond Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymond Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Raymond Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Raymond Ellis Elementary School part of?
Raymond Ellis Elementary School is part of Round Lake CUSD 116 School District.
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