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#1374 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 36% in state
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Douglas Elem School
Elementary School · Clinton CUSD 15
905 E Main St, Clinton, IL 61727
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,374 of 3,813
In Clinton
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Clinton CUSD 15
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Douglas Elem School
Elementary School in Clinton · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Douglas Elem School
Douglas Elem School is a public elementary school in Clinton, IL, part of Clinton CUSD 15. Douglas Elem School serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,374 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Douglas Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
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 Douglas Elem School Compares
See how Douglas Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 E Main St, Clinton, IL 61727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tri-Valley Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Downs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clinton Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elem School Clinton | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Clinton Elem School Clinton | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Clinton High School Clinton | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Clinton Jr High School Clinton | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Maroa-Forsyth Middle School Maroa | 8.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch Maroa | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Heyworth Jr-Sr High School Heyworth | 11.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Heyworth Elem School Heyworth | 11.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Argenta-Oreana High School Argenta | 13.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Argenta-Oreana Middle School Argenta | 13.5 mi | 3.3 |
| DECATUR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth | 15.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Maroa-Forsyth Grade School Forsyth | 15.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Argenta-Oreana Elementary School Oreana | 15.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Warrensburg-Latham High School Warrensburg | 16.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Warrensburg-Latham Middle Sch Warrensburg | 16.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Warrensburg-Latham Elem Sch Warrensburg | 16.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Tri-Valley Middle School Downs | 17.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Tri-Valley High School Downs | 17.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Tri-Valley Elem School Downs | 17.3 mi | 8.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Decatur | 18.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,614
Median Home Value
$115,700
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
9,114
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
44.3
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| Central Elementary Grade School Camp Point, IL | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka, IL | 6.8 |
| ST ANASTASIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waukegan, IL | 6.8 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Pontiac, IL | 6.8 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Decatur, IL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas Elem School
What grades does Douglas Elem School serve?
Douglas Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Douglas Elem School?
Douglas Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elem School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas Elem School rank in IL?
Douglas Elem School ranks #1,374 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Douglas Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas Elem School 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.
Is Douglas Elem School a charter school?
No, Douglas Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas Elem School a Title I school?
No, Douglas Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Elem School?
55.8% of students at Douglas 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- De Witt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (217) 935-2987
Resources & Links
District
Clinton CUSD 15- District Enrollment
- 1,722
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,560
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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