Below Average
#3519 of 3,813 schools in IL
Riddle Elementary School
Elementary School · Mattoon CUSD 2
4201 Western Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,519 of 3,813
In Mattoon
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Mattoon CUSD 2
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Riddle Elementary School
Elementary School in Mattoon · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riddle Elementary School
Riddle Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mattoon, IL, part of Mattoon CUSD 2. Riddle Elementary School serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riddle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,519 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Riddle Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Riddle Elementary 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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Riddle Elementary School — Students at Riddle Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 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: 2.6/10.
How Riddle Elementary School Compares
See how Riddle Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4201 Western Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riddle Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arland D Williams Jr Elem Sch (rated 5.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arcola Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Arcola), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mattoon, see our Mattoon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mattoon High School Mattoon | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Arland D Williams Jr Elem Sch Mattoon | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Mattoon Middle School Mattoon | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School Mattoon | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mattoon | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mattoon | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LITTLE CREEK SCHOOL Humboldt | 8.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Neoga Elementary School Neoga | 11.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Neoga Jr/Sr High School Neoga | 11.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ACADEMY Charleston | 8.9 mi | — |
| SOUTH PRAIRIE SCHOOL Arcola | 12.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Windsor Elem School Windsor | 9.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Windsor Jr & Sr High School Windsor | 10.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MEADOWLARK SCHOOL Arthur | 13.3 mi | 2.0 |
| PRAIRIE LANE AMISH SCHOOL Arthur | 14.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston | 11.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Arcola Elementary School Arcola | 14.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Arcola High School Arcola | 14.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Sullivan High School Sullivan | 13.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Sullivan Middle School Sullivan | 13.4 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,288
Median Home Value
$109,100
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
20,440
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
42.2
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| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, IL | 4.0 |
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| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.0 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City, IL | 4.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL | 4.0 |
| Eldorado Elem School Eldorado, IL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riddle Elementary School
What grades does Riddle Elementary School serve?
Riddle Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riddle Elementary School?
Riddle Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riddle Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riddle Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riddle Elementary School rank in IL?
Riddle Elementary School ranks #3,519 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Riddle Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riddle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Riddle Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riddle Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Riddle Elementary School a charter school?
No, Riddle Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riddle Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Riddle Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riddle Elementary School?
70.8% of students at Riddle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Coles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (217) 238-3800
Resources & Links
District
Mattoon CUSD 2- District Enrollment
- 3,075
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,923
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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