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#1379 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 36% in state

Albert Cassens Elementary

Elementary School · Edwardsville CUSD 7

1014 Glen Crossing Rd, Glen Carbon, IL 62034

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,379 of 3,813

In Glen Carbon

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 13

Edwardsville CUSD 7

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Albert Cassens Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Glen Carbon · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Albert Cassens Elementary

Albert Cassens Elementary is a public elementary school in Glen Carbon, IL, part of Edwardsville CUSD 7. Albert Cassens Elementary serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Albert Cassens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,379 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Albert Cassens Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,335
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Albert Cassens Elementary — Students at Albert Cassens Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Albert Cassens Elementary Compares

See how Albert Cassens Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
64th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

1014 Glen Crossing Rd, Glen Carbon, IL 62034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Albert Cassens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maryville Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Columbus Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Edwardsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, C A Henning School (rated 7.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glen Carbon, see our Glen Carbon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FATHER MCGIVNEY CATHOLIC H S Glen Carbon 0.6 mi 5.5
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 1.1 mi 5.4
Liberty Middle School Edwardsville 2.2 mi 5.6
Goshen Elementary Edwardsville 2.4 mi 4.8
Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon 2.2 mi 4.7
Maryville Elem School Maryville 2.5 mi 7.6
ST MARYS SCHOOL Edwardsville 2.9 mi 5.2
LeClaire Elem School Edwardsville 3.3 mi 6.0
Edwardsville High School Edwardsville 3.3 mi 5.9
ST BONIFACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edwardsville 4.3 mi 5.2
Lincoln Middle School Edwardsville 4.2 mi 5.8
Woodland Elementary School Edwardsville 4.2 mi 6.6
Silver Creek Elementary Troy 3.6 mi 5.8
Dorris Intermediate Sch Collinsville 4.3 mi 4.2
Columbus Elem School Edwardsville 4.6 mi 7.2
John A Renfro Elementary School Collinsville 4.4 mi 4.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Edwardsville 4.6 mi 6.1
LAHR-WELL ACADEMY Edwardsville 4.8 mi
LAHR-WELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (L-W ACADEMY) Edwardsville 4.8 mi
C A Henning School Troy 4.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,366

Median Home Value

$274,300

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

14,519

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

39.8

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Chebanse Elem School Chebanse, IL 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Albert Cassens Elementary

What grades does Albert Cassens Elementary serve?

Albert Cassens Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Albert Cassens Elementary?

Albert Cassens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Albert Cassens Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Albert Cassens Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Albert Cassens Elementary rank in IL?

Albert Cassens Elementary ranks #1,379 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Albert Cassens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Albert Cassens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Albert Cassens Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Albert Cassens Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Albert Cassens Elementary a charter school?

No, Albert Cassens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Albert Cassens Elementary a Title I school?

No, Albert Cassens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Albert Cassens Elementary?

17.8% of students at Albert Cassens Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Edwardsville CUSD 7
District Enrollment
7,211
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,335
District Rank
#2 of 13

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