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#344 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 9% in state

Flora Elementary School

Elementary School · Flora CUSD 35

445 Emory St, Flora, IL 62839

Enrollment

663

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#344 of 3,813

In Flora

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Flora CUSD 35

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Flora Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Flora · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Flora High School

5.8/10

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5.4/10

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About Flora Elementary School

Flora Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flora, IL, part of Flora CUSD 35. Flora Elementary School serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Flora Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Flora Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,897
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Flora Elementary School — Students at Flora Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
19%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Flora Elementary School Compares

See how Flora Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in IL
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

445 Emory St, Flora, IL 62839

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flora Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Iuka Comm Cons School (rated 8.3/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Iuka), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mount Erie Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Mount Erie), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wayne City Attendance Center (rated 7.9/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Wayne City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flora, see our Flora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Flora High School Flora 0.4 mi 5.8
Floyd Henson Jr High Sch Flora 0.9 mi 5.4
North Clay Elem/Jr High Sch Louisville 7.1 mi 3.4
North Clay Community High School Louisville 7.2 mi 6.2
Clay City Jr High School Clay City 6.8 mi 2.9
Clay City High School Clay City 6.8 mi 7.0
Clay City Elem School Clay City 6.8 mi 4.5
Johnsonville Elem School Johnsonville 10.3 mi 7.5
Cisne High School Cisne 10.7 mi 6.7
Cisne Middle School Cisne 10.7 mi 5.6
Geff Elem School Geff 16.0 mi 6.8
Mount Erie Elem School Mount Erie 16.8 mi 8.1
North Side Elem School Fairfield 20.2 mi 5.3
Jasper Elem School Fairfield 20.0 mi 7.7
ORCHARDVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Keenes 19.9 mi 4.3
Center Street Elem School Fairfield 20.8 mi 6.2
Fairfield Comm High School Fairfield 21.0 mi 6.4
Iuka Comm Cons School Iuka 17.4 mi 8.3
Wayne City Attendance Center Wayne City 22.8 mi 7.9
Wayne City High School Wayne City 22.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,241

Median Home Value

$90,800

Median Rent

$727/mo

Population

6,215

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

82.3%

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

43.3

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Fairview South Elementary School Skokie, IL 8.4
Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview, IL 8.4
North Barrington Elem School North Barrington, IL 8.4
Pleasant Ridge Elem School Glenview, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flora Elementary School

What grades does Flora Elementary School serve?

Flora Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Flora Elementary School?

Flora Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flora Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Flora Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flora Elementary School rank in IL?

Flora Elementary School ranks #344 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Flora Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flora Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Flora Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flora Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Flora Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Flora Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Flora Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flora Elementary School?

54.9% of students at Flora Elementary 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Flora CUSD 35
District Enrollment
1,339
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,897
District Rank
#1 of 3

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