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#3356 of 3,813 schools in IL

Annette Officer Elementary

Elementary School · East St Louis SD 189

558 N 27th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,356 of 3,813

In East Saint Louis

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

East St Louis SD 189

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Annette Officer Elementary

4.3/10

Elementary School in East Saint Louis · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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6.3/10

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About Annette Officer Elementary

Annette Officer Elementary is a public elementary school in East Saint Louis, IL, part of East St Louis SD 189. Annette Officer Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Annette Officer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,356 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Annette Officer Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

67% of students at Annette Officer Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)6% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,439
Chronic Absenteeism67.1%

Annette Officer Elementary — Students at Annette Officer Elementary score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.4% (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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
7%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
6%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
12%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Annette Officer Elementary Compares

See how Annette Officer Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.1%

Location

558 N 27th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Annette Officer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Avant Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Washington Pk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lovejoy Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lovejoy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Saint Louis, see our East Saint Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence East Saint Louis 1.4 mi 6.7
East St Louis Senior High School East Saint Louis 1.3 mi 6.3
UNITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Saint Louis 1.5 mi 5.4
Vivian Adams Early Child Ctr East Saint Louis 1.5 mi 6.8
Dunbar Elem School East Saint Louis 1.6 mi 3.7
Mason/Clark Middle Sch East Saint Louis 1.7 mi 5.5
East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch East Saint Louis 1.7 mi 5.1
JTC ACADEMY Centreville 2.4 mi
SIU Charter Sch of East St Louis East Saint Louis 2.0 mi 6.1
James Avant Elementary School Washington Pk 2.3 mi 6.4
Lalumier Elem School Centreville 3.4 mi 3.8
Wirth/Parks Middle School Cahokia 3.6 mi 4.8
Katie Harper-Wright Elem East Saint Louis 3.2 mi 5.9
Estelle Sauget School of Choice Cahokia 3.8 mi 2.4
Penniman Elem School Cahokia 4.0 mi 2.4
Lovejoy Technology Academy Lovejoy 3.8 mi
Lovejoy Elementary School Lovejoy 3.8 mi 6.1
Lovejoy Middle School Lovejoy 3.8 mi 4.7
JTC BOYS ACADEMY Centreville 3.6 mi
Cahokia High School Cahokia 4.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,059

Median Home Value

$46,200

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Population

5,760

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

64.9%

Poverty Rate

37.4%

Median Age

52.5

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Eastwood Elem School East Alton, IL 4.3
Edison Elementary School Macomb, IL 4.3
Ellis Elementary School Rockford, IL 4.3
Holmes Elem School Harvey, IL 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Annette Officer Elementary

What grades does Annette Officer Elementary serve?

Annette Officer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Annette Officer Elementary?

Annette Officer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Annette Officer Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Annette Officer Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Annette Officer Elementary rank in IL?

Annette Officer Elementary ranks #3,356 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Annette Officer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Annette Officer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Annette Officer Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Annette Officer Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Annette Officer Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Annette Officer Elementary a Title I school?

No, Annette Officer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Annette Officer Elementary?

94.6% of students at Annette Officer 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.1%

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