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Leal Elem School

Elementary School · Urbana SD 116

312 W Oregon St, Urbana, IL 61801

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,558 of 3,813

In Urbana

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Urbana SD 116

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Leal Elem School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Urbana · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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3.7/10

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About Leal Elem School

Leal Elem School is a public elementary school in Urbana, IL, part of Urbana SD 116. Leal Elem School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Leal Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,558 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Leal Elem School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Leal 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,461
Chronic Absenteeism42.1%

Leal Elem School — Students at Leal Elem School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.1% (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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Leal Elem School Compares

See how Leal Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in IL
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.1%

Location

312 W Oregon St, Urbana, IL 61801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leal Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Champaign), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Champaign), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Side Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Champaign), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Urbana, see our Urbana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Urbana High School Urbana 0.3 mi 6.3
Urbana Middle School Urbana 0.4 mi 3.7
CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Urbana 0.7 mi 5.4
University of Illinois High Sch Urbana 0.8 mi 6.2
CIRCLE ACADEMY Urbana 1.1 mi 7.0
M L King Jr Elem School Urbana 1.1 mi 4.1
Yankee Ridge Elem School Urbana 1.4 mi 3.7
Washington Elem School Champaign 1.5 mi 7.1
KINGSWOOD SCHOOL Urbana 1.9 mi
Thomas Paine Elem School Urbana 1.6 mi 4.3
Dr Preston L Williams Jr Elem Sch Urbana 1.6 mi 3.8
Urbana Early Childhood Ctr Urbana 1.7 mi 5.5
Edison Middle School Champaign 2.0 mi 5.7
Champaign Early Chldhd Cntr Champaign 2.1 mi 5.5
Stratton Elementary School Champaign 2.1 mi 5.1
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Champaign 2.1 mi 6.7
Central High School Champaign 2.3 mi 7.8
ACADEMY HIGH Champaign 2.5 mi 7.2
South Side Elementary School Champaign 2.3 mi 6.3
Franklin Middle School Champaign 2.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,948

Median Home Value

$184,000

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

27,755

College Educated

65.3%

Homeownership

30.5%

Avg Commute

13.7 min

Poverty Rate

30.1%

Median Age

24.3

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Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL 5.5
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL 5.5
CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leal Elem School

What grades does Leal Elem School serve?

Leal Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Leal Elem School?

Leal Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leal Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Leal Elem School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leal Elem School rank in IL?

Leal Elem School ranks #2,558 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Leal Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leal Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Leal Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leal Elem School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Leal Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Leal Elem School a Title I school?

No, Leal Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leal Elem School?

57.3% of students at Leal 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Champaign County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.1%

District

Urbana SD 116
District Enrollment
4,393
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,461
District Rank
#2 of 8

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