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Marquette Elem School
Elementary School · N Pekin & Marquette Hght SD 102
100 Joliet Rd, Marquette Heights, IL 61554
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,649 of 3,813
In district
#1 of 2
N Pekin & Marquette Hght SD 102
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Marquette Elem School
Elementary School in Marquette Heights · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Marquette Elem School
Marquette Elem School is a public elementary school in Marquette Heights, IL, part of N Pekin & Marquette Hght SD 102. Marquette Elem School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,649 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Marquette Elem School show 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Marquette Elem School — Students at Marquette Elem School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 1 test record from IL state assessments. About our data
How Marquette Elem School Compares
See how Marquette Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Joliet Rd, Marquette Heights, IL 61554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marquette Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don D Shute Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby East Peoria), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Willow Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Pekin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Trewyn Primary School (rated 6.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Peoria), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marquette Heights, see our Marquette Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Middle School Marquette Hts | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Creve Coeur | 1.8 mi | — |
| LaSalle Elem School Creve Coeur | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Parkview Jr High School Creve Coeur | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| L E Starke Elem School Pekin | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Willow Elem School Pekin | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Broadmoor Junior High School Pekin | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Dirksen Elementary School Pekin | 3.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School East Peoria | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Edison Junior High School Pekin | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Central Jr High School East Peoria | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Bartonville Elem School Bartonville | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Pekin Community High School Pekin | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Trewyn Primary School Peoria | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Glendale Elem School East Peoria | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pekin | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Astoria Elem School Astoria, IL | 6.5 |
| CICS - Bond Campus Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford, IL | 6.5 |
| Griggsville-Perry Primary School Griggsville, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marquette Elem School
What grades does Marquette Elem School serve?
Marquette Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Marquette Elem School?
Marquette Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elem School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marquette Elem School rank in IL?
Marquette Elem School ranks #1,649 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Marquette Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marquette Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Marquette Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette Elem School has 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Marquette Elem School a charter school?
No, Marquette Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marquette Elem School a Title I school?
No, Marquette Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marquette Elem School?
50.4% of students at Marquette 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tazewell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (309) 382-3612
Resources & Links
District
N Pekin & Marquette Hght SD 102- District Enrollment
- 464
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,749
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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