Needs Improvement
#3568 of 3,813 schools in IL
Kimes Elem School
Elementary School · Streator ESD 44
1207 Reading St, Streator, IL 61364
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,568 of 3,813
In Streator
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Streator ESD 44
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Kimes Elem School
Elementary School in Streator · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kimes Elem School
Kimes Elem School is a public elementary school in Streator, IL, part of Streator ESD 44. Kimes Elem School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kimes Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,568 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Kimes Elem School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Kimes 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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Kimes Elem School — Students at Kimes Elem School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Kimes Elem School Compares
See how Kimes Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1207 Reading St, Streator, IL 61364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kimes Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lostant Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Lostant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Ridge School (rated 8.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Grand Ridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Streator, see our Streator schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Streator | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Streator Twp High School Streator | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Northlawn Jr High School Streator | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Centennial Elem School Streator | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Woodland High School Streator | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodland Elementary/Jr High Sch Streator | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Grand Ridge School Grand Ridge | 8.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Cornell Elem School Cornell | 10.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Deer Park C C Elem School Ottawa | 12.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Ransom Grade School Ransom | 10.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Intermediate School Ottawa | 14.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Fieldcrest Middle School Wenona | 11.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Shepherd Middle School Ottawa | 14.4 mi | 6.2 |
| McKinley Elem School Ottawa | 14.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Lostant Elem School Lostant | 11.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Ottawa Township High School Ottawa | 15.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Ottawa | 15.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Tonica Grade School Tonica | 13.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa | 16.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MARQUETTE ACADEMY Ottawa | 16.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,147
Median Home Value
$97,300
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
18,236
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brighton North Primary School Brighton, IL | 3.8 |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr Chicago, IL | 3.8 |
| Dr Preston L Williams Jr Elem Sch Urbana, IL | 3.8 |
| Founders Elementary School Dekalb, IL | 3.8 |
| Fox Meadow Elementary School South Elgin, IL | 3.8 |
| Franklin Primary School Peoria, IL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kimes Elem School
What grades does Kimes Elem School serve?
Kimes Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Kimes Elem School?
Kimes Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kimes Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kimes Elem School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kimes Elem School rank in IL?
Kimes Elem School ranks #3,568 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Kimes Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kimes Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Kimes Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kimes Elem School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Kimes Elem School a charter school?
No, Kimes Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kimes Elem School a Title I school?
No, Kimes Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kimes Elem School?
71.2% of students at Kimes 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- LaSalle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (815) 672-2926
Resources & Links
District
Streator ESD 44- District Enrollment
- 1,510
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,822
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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