Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Churchill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Churchill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Churchill Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Churchill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Churchill Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#730 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Churchill Elementary School's ranking?
Churchill Elementary School is ranked #730 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Churchill Elementary School?
425 students attend Churchill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Churchill Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Churchill Elementary School?
Churchill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Churchill Elementary School offer ?
Churchill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Churchill Elementary School part of?
Churchill Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
In what neighborhood is Churchill Elementary School located?
Churchill Elementary School is located in the Churchill neighborhood of Oswego, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Churchill.
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