Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pinckneyville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinckneyville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pinckneyville Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinckneyville 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 Pinckneyville Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1096 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinckneyville Elementary School's ranking?
Pinckneyville Elementary School is ranked #1096 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pinckneyville Elementary School often compared to?
Pinckneyville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tamaroa Elementary School, Du Quoin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pinckneyville Elementary School?
268 students attend Pinckneyville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pinckneyville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinckneyville Elementary School?
Pinckneyville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinckneyville Elementary School offer ?
Pinckneyville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pinckneyville Elementary School part of?
Pinckneyville Elementary School is part of Pinckneyville SD 50 School District.
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