Serving 721 students in grades 2-5, Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1367 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School's ranking?
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School is ranked #1367 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School?
721 students attend Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School?
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School offer ?
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School part of?
Herrin C U S D 4 Elementary School is part of Herrin CUSD 4 School District.
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