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Colona Grade School

Elementary School · Colona SD 190

700 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Enrollment

385

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#3,634 of 3,813

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Colona Grade School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Colona · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Colona Grade School

Colona Grade School is a public elementary school in Colona, IL, part of Colona SD 190. Colona Grade School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Colona Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Colona Grade School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below IL schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,717
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Colona Grade School — Students at Colona Grade School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (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
74%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
14%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Colona Grade School Compares

See how Colona Grade School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
5th percentile in IL
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

700 1st St, Colona, IL 61241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colona Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridgeview Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Leclaire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant View Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 8.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colona, see our Colona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Eagle Ridge School Silvis 2.6 mi 6.4
Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis 3.0 mi 4.9
George O Barr School Silvis 3.4 mi 3.7
Northeast Jr High School East Moline 3.9 mi 4.0
East Moline Early Learning Center East Moline 4.4 mi
United Twp High School East Moline 4.1 mi 4.3
Ridgewood Elem School East Moline 4.6 mi 4.8
Glenview Middle School East Moline 4.7 mi 5.7
Hampton Elem School Hampton 5.9 mi 5.5
Wells Elem School East Moline 4.9 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF GRACE East Moline 5.2 mi 8.0
Hillcrest Elem School East Moline 5.3 mi 4.0
Jane Addams Elementary School Moline 5.4 mi 5.6
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline 5.7 mi 4.1
Bicentennial Elem School Coal Valley 6.0 mi 4.1
VILLA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Moline 5.9 mi
Butterworth Elem School Moline 5.9 mi 5.9
Bridgeview Elementary School Leclaire 8.0 mi 8.9
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Moline 6.1 mi 3.6
Pleasant View Elementary School Bettendorf 7.4 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,611

Median Home Value

$166,500

Median Rent

$888/mo

Population

6,637

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

85.9%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colona Grade School

What grades does Colona Grade School serve?

Colona Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Colona Grade School?

Colona Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Colona Grade School?

The student-teacher ratio at Colona Grade School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colona Grade School rank in IL?

Colona Grade School ranks #3,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Colona Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

Colona Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Colona Grade School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colona Grade School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Colona Grade School a charter school?

No, Colona Grade School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Colona Grade School a Title I school?

No, Colona Grade School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colona Grade School?

54.5% of students at Colona Grade 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Henry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Colona SD 190
District Enrollment
385
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,717
District Rank
#1 of 1

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