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#3085 of 3,813 schools in IL

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center

Elementary School · Mount Vernon SD 80

401 N 30th St, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Enrollment

567

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,085 of 3,813

In Mount Vernon

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Mount Vernon SD 80

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Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center

4.8/10

Elementary School in Mount Vernon · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, IL, part of Mount Vernon SD 80. Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,085 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center 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 Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)7% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,791
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center — Students at Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (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
72%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center Compares

See how Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in IL
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

401 N 30th St, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlawn Grade School (rated 8.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spring Garden Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summersville Grade School (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
J L Buford Intermediate Ed Ctr Mount Vernon 0.8 mi 5.0
Zadok Casey Middle School Mount Vernon 0.8 mi 4.7
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Vernon 0.9 mi
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.1 mi 6.5
CORAM DEO CLASSICAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.4 mi 7.2
CORAM DEO CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.4 mi 6.3
Dr Andy Hall Early Educ Ctr Mount Vernon 1.7 mi 6.6
Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon 2.5 mi 5.2
Bethel Grade School Mount Vernon 3.0 mi 7.1
McClellan Elementary School Mount Vernon 4.0 mi 8.0
Summersville Grade School Mount Vernon 3.4 mi 8.2
Spring Garden Elementary School Mount Vernon 5.3 mi 8.4
Woodlawn Grade School Woodlawn 5.8 mi 8.9
Woodlawn High School Woodlawn 5.9 mi 7.6
Rome Comm Cons Elem School Dix 8.3 mi 4.9
Field Elementary School Texico 8.5 mi 5.2
Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade Sch Opdyke 8.5 mi 7.4
Waltonville Grade School Waltonville 9.9 mi 7.1
Waltonville High School Waltonville 9.9 mi 7.5
Spring Garden Middle School Ina 11.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,082

Median Home Value

$117,600

Median Rent

$882/mo

Population

23,061

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center

What grades does Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center serve?

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center?

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center rank in IL?

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center ranks #3,085 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center a charter school?

No, Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center a Title I school?

No, Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center?

91.5% of students at Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

District

Mount Vernon SD 80
District Enrollment
1,491
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,791
District Rank
#3 of 4

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