Below Average
#3149 of 3,813 schools in IL
Based on limited data
Belle Alexander Elem School
Elementary School · Kewanee CUSD 229
1401 Lake St, Kewanee, IL 61443
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,149 of 3,813
In Kewanee
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Kewanee CUSD 229
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Belle Alexander Elem School
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About Belle Alexander Elem School
Belle Alexander Elem School is a public elementary school in Kewanee, IL, part of Kewanee CUSD 229. Belle Alexander Elem School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Alexander Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,149 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Belle Alexander Elem School 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Belle Alexander Elem School Compares
See how Belle Alexander Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1401 Lake St, Kewanee, IL 61443
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Alexander Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradford Grade School (rated 8.7/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Bradford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Neponset Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Neponset), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Comm Grade School (rated 7.6/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kewanee, see our Kewanee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kewanee High School Kewanee | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lyle School Kewanee | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Central Elem Kewanee | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Central Junior High Kewanee | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kewanee | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Irving Elem School Kewanee | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Wethersfield Elem School Kewanee | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Wethersfield Jr/Sr High School Kewanee | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Neponset Grade School Neponset | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Annawan High School Annawan | 10.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Annawan Grade School Annawan | 10.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Galva Jr-Sr High School Galva | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Galva Elem School Galva | 8.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Stark County Junior High School Toulon | 11.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Stark County High School Toulon | 11.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Stark County Elem Sch Wyoming | 14.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradford Grade School Bradford | 14.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Bradford Jr High School Bradford | 14.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge | 15.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Jr/Sr High School Cambridge | 15.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,306
Median Home Value
$75,900
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
13,529
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashton-Franklin Center Elem Sch Franklin Grove, IL | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.7 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington, IL | 4.7 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton, IL | 4.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion, IL | 4.7 |
| Gen George Patton Elem School Riverdale, IL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Alexander Elem School
What grades does Belle Alexander Elem School serve?
Belle Alexander Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Belle Alexander Elem School?
Belle Alexander Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Alexander Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Alexander Elem School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Alexander Elem School rank in IL?
Belle Alexander Elem School ranks #3,149 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Belle Alexander Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Alexander Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Belle Alexander Elem School a charter school?
No, Belle Alexander Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Alexander Elem School a Title I school?
No, Belle Alexander Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Alexander Elem School?
83.1% of students at Belle Alexander Elem School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Henry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (309) 852-2449
Resources & Links
District
Kewanee CUSD 229- District Enrollment
- 2,009
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,322
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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