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Mercer County Elc
School · Mercer County School District 404
203 N Washington St, Joy, IL 61260
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Mercer County Elc
School in Joy · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mercer County Elc
Mercer County Elc is a public school in Joy, IL, part of Mercer County School District 404. Mercer County Elc serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 27.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Based on limited data: 25% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Mercer County Elc 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.
Mercer County Elc runs 27.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Mercer County Elc sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 83 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.7:1
- Address
- 203 N Washington St, Joy, IL 61260
- Phone
- (309) 584-5001
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mercer County Elc Compares
See how Mercer County Elc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
203 N Washington St, Joy, IL 61260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer County Elc may also want to explore other schools in the area. Susan Clark Junior High (rated 8.5/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Muscatine). Another option is Taylor Ridge Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Taylor Ridge). Additionally, Rockridge High School (rated 7.0/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Taylor Ridge). For more schools in Joy, see our Joy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Boston Elem School New Boston | 6.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Mercer County Jr High School Aledo | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Apollo Elem School Aledo | 6.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Mercer County High School Aledo | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| L' ABRIS ACADEMY Aledo | 6.9 mi | — |
| Illinois City Elem School Illinois City | 13.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Rockridge High School Taylor Ridge | 14.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rockridge Jr High School Taylor Ridge | 14.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Taylor Ridge Elem School Taylor Ridge | 16.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Matherville Intermediate School Matherville | 14.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School Muscatine | 17.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Muscatine | 18.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Muskie Early Learning Center Muscatine | 18.5 mi | 2.2 |
| United Elem Sch - West Monmouth | 19.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Andalusia Elem School Andalusia | 18.5 mi | 4.9 |
| United Jr High Sch Monmouth | 19.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Madison Elementary School Muscatine | 18.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Muscatine | 19.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Susan Clark Junior High Muscatine | 18.7 mi | 8.5 |
| McKinley Elementary School Muscatine | 18.7 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,500
Median Home Value
$83,800
Median Rent
$597/mo
Population
635
College Educated
7.6%
Homeownership
69.3%
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer County Elc
What grades does Mercer County Elc serve?
Mercer County Elc serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Mercer County Elc?
Mercer County Elc has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Elc?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer County Elc is 27.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Mercer County Elc a charter school?
No, Mercer County Elc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer County Elc a Title I school?
No, Mercer County Elc is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer County Elc?
48.2% of students at Mercer County Elc 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (309) 584-5001
Resources & Links
District
Mercer County School District 404- District Enrollment
- 1,265
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,828
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