Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles Reed 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Charles Reed Elementary School's student population of 622 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles Reed Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Reed Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1830 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
28%
Black
18%
16%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Charles Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Reed Elementary School is ranked #1830 out of 3,426 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Charles Reed Elementary School?
622 students attend Charles Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Charles Reed Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Reed Elementary School?
Charles Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles Reed Elementary School offer ?
Charles Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charles Reed Elementary School part of?
Charles Reed Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Reed Elementary School located?
Charles Reed Elementary School is located in the Clublands neighborhood of Plainfield, IL.
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