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#1487 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 39% in state

Moulton Elementary School

Middle School · Shelbyville CUSD 4

1101 W North 6th St, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.7

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,487 of 3,813

In Shelbyville

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Shelbyville CUSD 4

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Moulton Elementary School

6.7/10

Middle School in Shelbyville · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Moulton Elementary School

Moulton Elementary School is a public middle school in Shelbyville, IL, part of Shelbyville CUSD 4. Moulton Elementary School serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Moulton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,487 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Moulton Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,822
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Moulton Elementary School — Students at Moulton Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (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
93%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2022
ELA
53%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Moulton Elementary School Compares

See how Moulton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in IL
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

1101 W North 6th St, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moulton Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Okaw Valley Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Findlay), a more accessible option. Additionally, Central A & M Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Assumption), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Shelbyville High School Shelbyville 0.1 mi 6.8
Main Street Elementary School Shelbyville 0.7 mi 7.9
Shelbyville Kindergarten Center Shelbyville 0.7 mi 5.2
Okaw Valley Middle School Findlay 7.9 mi 5.3
Cowden-Herrick Jr/Sr High School Cowden 12.2 mi 7.8
Windsor Jr & Sr High School Windsor 11.1 mi 4.1
Windsor Elem School Windsor 11.5 mi 4.4
Stewardson-Strasburg Elem School Strasburg 12.7 mi 6.2
Stewardson-Strasburg High School Strasburg 12.7 mi 6.2
Beecher City Jr-Sr High School Beecher City 15.6 mi 6.8
Beecher City Grade School Beecher City 15.6 mi 8.9
Okaw Valley High School Bethany 16.0 mi 6.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stewardson 14.3 mi 3.2
Okaw Valley Elementary School Bethany 16.6 mi 4.6
Bond Primary Assumption 14.5 mi 9.4
Central A & M Middle School Assumption 14.5 mi 4.4
Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick 16.2 mi 8.2
MID-AMERICA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Herrick 16.6 mi 4.9
KEMMERER VILLAGE SCHOOL Assumption 14.6 mi
Lincoln Elem School Pana 14.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,722

Median Home Value

$131,900

Median Rent

$737/mo

Population

7,422

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

69.6%

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moulton Elementary School

What grades does Moulton Elementary School serve?

Moulton Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Moulton Elementary School?

Moulton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moulton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moulton Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moulton Elementary School rank in IL?

Moulton Elementary School ranks #1,487 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Moulton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moulton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Moulton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moulton Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Moulton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Moulton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Moulton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moulton Elementary School?

44.0% of students at Moulton Elementary 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Shelbyville CUSD 4
District Enrollment
1,257
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,822
District Rank
#3 of 4

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