Below Average
#3422 of 3,813 schools in IL
L E Starke Elem School
Elementary School · Pekin PSD 108
1610 Holiday Dr, Pekin, IL 61554
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,422 of 3,813
In Pekin
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Pekin PSD 108
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L E Starke Elem School
Elementary School in Pekin · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About L E Starke Elem School
L E Starke Elem School is a public elementary school in Pekin, IL, part of Pekin PSD 108. L E Starke Elem School serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. L E Starke Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,422 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for L E Starke Elem School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, L E Starke Elem School 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, L E Starke Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at L E Starke 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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L E Starke Elem School — Students at L E Starke Elem School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.8/10.
How L E Starke Elem School Compares
See how L E Starke Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1610 Holiday Dr, Pekin, IL 61554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L E Starke Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marquette Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Marquette Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollis Consolidated Grade Sch (rated 6.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Peoria), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pekin, see our Pekin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Elem School Pekin | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Edison Junior High School Pekin | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Broadmoor Junior High School Pekin | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Dirksen Elementary School Pekin | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Pekin Community High School Pekin | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pekin | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Intermediate School Pekin | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Pekin Preschool Family Ed Center Pekin | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Georgetown Middle School Marquette Hts | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Elem School Pekin | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Wilson Intermediate School Pekin | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pekin | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Scott Altman Primary School Pekin | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pekin | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Marquette Elem School Marquette Heights | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Creve Coeur | 4.4 mi | — |
| Hollis Consolidated Grade Sch Peoria | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LaSalle Elem School Creve Coeur | 4.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Parkview Jr High School Creve Coeur | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,484
Median Home Value
$123,500
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
40,783
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Henry Raab Elem School Belleville, IL | 4.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staunton, IL | 4.2 |
| ALTAMONT LUTHERAN INTERPARISH SCHOOL Altamont, IL | 4.3 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Hamel Elementary School Hamel, IL | 4.3 |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L E Starke Elem School
What grades does L E Starke Elem School serve?
L E Starke Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend L E Starke Elem School?
L E Starke Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L E Starke Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at L E Starke Elem School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L E Starke Elem School rank in IL?
L E Starke Elem School ranks #3,422 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is L E Starke Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
L E Starke Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 L E Starke Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L E Starke Elem School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is L E Starke Elem School a charter school?
No, L E Starke Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L E Starke Elem School a Title I school?
No, L E Starke Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L E Starke Elem School?
65.9% of students at L E Starke 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tazewell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (309) 477-4714
Resources & Links
District
Pekin PSD 108- District Enrollment
- 3,177
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,904
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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