Very Good
#961 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 25% in state
Eastlawn Elem School
Elementary School · Rantoul City SD 137
650 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL 61866
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#961 of 3,813
In Rantoul
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Rantoul City SD 137
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Eastlawn Elem School
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About Eastlawn Elem School
Eastlawn Elem School is a public elementary school in Rantoul, IL, part of Rantoul City SD 137. Eastlawn Elem School serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastlawn Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #961 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Eastlawn Elem School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Eastlawn 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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Eastlawn Elem School — Students at Eastlawn Elem School score 5% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 15 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How Eastlawn Elem School Compares
See how Eastlawn Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL 61866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastlawn Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Acres Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Clara Peterson Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Paxton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MALACHY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rantoul, see our Rantoul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Northview Elem School Rantoul | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Rantoul Twp High School Rantoul | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Rantoul | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| J W Eater Jr High School Rantoul | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 4.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Thomasboro Grade School Thomasboro | 5.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford | 6.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton | 9.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton | 10.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
| KINGSWOOD SCHOOL Urbana | 13.1 mi | — |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Urbana | 13.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal | 12.3 mi | 7.2 |
| THE HIGH SCHOOL OF SAINT THOMAS MORE Champaign | 13.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Urbana | 14.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Urbana Early Childhood Ctr Urbana | 14.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Dr Preston L Williams Jr Elem Sch Urbana | 14.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,389
Median Home Value
$111,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
13,407
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria, IL | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Elem School Princeton, IL | 7.4 |
| John R Tibbott Elem School Bolingbrook, IL | 7.4 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove, IL | 7.4 |
| Lettie Brown Elementary School Morton, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastlawn Elem School
What grades does Eastlawn Elem School serve?
Eastlawn Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Eastlawn Elem School?
Eastlawn Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastlawn Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastlawn Elem School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eastlawn Elem School rank in IL?
Eastlawn Elem School ranks #961 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Eastlawn Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastlawn Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Eastlawn Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastlawn Elem School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Eastlawn Elem School a charter school?
No, Eastlawn Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastlawn Elem School a Title I school?
No, Eastlawn Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastlawn Elem School?
96.9% of students at Eastlawn 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (217) 893-5404
Resources & Links
District
Rantoul City SD 137- District Enrollment
- 1,690
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,067
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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