Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robeson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robeson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robeson Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robeson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robeson Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1422 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
36%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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
What is Robeson Elementary School's ranking?
Robeson Elementary School is ranked #1422 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Robeson Elementary School often compared to?
Robeson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bottenfield Elementary School, South Side Elementary School, Carrie Busey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Robeson Elementary School?
432 students attend Robeson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Robeson Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robeson Elementary School?
Robeson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robeson Elementary School offer ?
Robeson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Robeson Elementary School part of?
Robeson Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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