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#1770 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 46% in state

Evansville Attendance Center

Elementary School · Sparta CUSD 140

701 Oak St, Evansville, IL 62242

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,770 of 3,813

In district

#1 of 3

Sparta CUSD 140

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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6.4/10

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About Evansville Attendance Center

Evansville Attendance Center is a public elementary school in Evansville, IL, part of Sparta CUSD 140. Evansville Attendance Center serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Evansville Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Evansville Attendance Center show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 114 students, Evansville Attendance Center 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.

Evansville Attendance Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,997
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Evansville Attendance Center — Students at Evansville Attendance Center score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Evansville Attendance Center Compares

See how Evansville Attendance Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in IL
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

701 Oak St, Evansville, IL 62242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evansville Attendance Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Athens Elem (rated 7.8/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby New Athens), which scores notably higher. Another option is Red Bud Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Red Bud), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prairie Du Rocher Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Prairie Du Rocher), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Evansville, see our Evansville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Evansville 0.6 mi
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud 6.4 mi 5.9
Red Bud Elem School Red Bud 8.3 mi 6.7
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud 8.5 mi 4.3
Red Bud High School Red Bud 8.5 mi 5.2
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Red Bud 8.7 mi 5.8
VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve 9.9 mi 6.4
STE. GENEVIEVE MIDDLE Ste Genevieve 9.9 mi 8.2
Prairie Du Rocher Elem School Prairie Du Rocher 8.7 mi 6.4
STE. GENEVIEVE SR. HIGH Ste Genevieve 9.9 mi 6.0
STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. Ste Genevieve 10.0 mi 5.7
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chester 13.6 mi 5.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL Chester 13.8 mi 5.3
Chester High School Chester 13.6 mi 4.2
Chester Elem School Chester 14.3 mi 6.1
Sparta High School Sparta 12.8 mi 6.2
Sparta Lincoln School Sparta 12.8 mi 5.5
New Athens High School New Athens 16.1 mi 5.6
New Athens Elem New Athens 16.1 mi 7.8
New Athens Jr High New Athens 16.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,313

Median Home Value

$110,700

Median Rent

$741/mo

Population

1,764

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

83.4%

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Armstrong-Ellis Elem School Armstrong, IL 6.4
Bement Elementary School Bement, IL 6.4
Hollis Consolidated Grade Sch Peoria, IL 6.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest, IL 6.4
Malden Grade School Malden, IL 6.4
PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evansville Attendance Center

What grades does Evansville Attendance Center serve?

Evansville Attendance Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Evansville Attendance Center?

Evansville Attendance Center has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evansville Attendance Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Evansville Attendance Center is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Evansville Attendance Center rank in IL?

Evansville Attendance Center ranks #1,770 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Evansville Attendance Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Evansville Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Evansville Attendance Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Evansville Attendance Center has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Evansville Attendance Center a charter school?

No, Evansville Attendance Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Evansville Attendance Center a Title I school?

No, Evansville Attendance Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evansville Attendance Center?

28.9% of students at Evansville Attendance 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Randolph County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Sparta CUSD 140
District Enrollment
1,194
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,997
District Rank
#1 of 3

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