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South Primary School

Elementary School · Roxana CUSD 1

414 Indiana Ave, South Roxana, IL 62087

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,619 of 3,813

In district

#4 of 4

Roxana CUSD 1

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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South Primary School

3.7/10

Elementary School in South Roxana · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Roxana Junior High School

6.3/10

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6.1/10

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About South Primary School

South Primary School is a public elementary school in South Roxana, IL, part of Roxana CUSD 1. South Primary School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,619 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for South Primary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-11.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2015
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2015 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2015 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2015 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2015 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,531
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

South Primary School — Students at South Primary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2014-15)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A

Based on 13 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
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
ELA
47%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
22%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.1/10.

How South Primary School Compares

See how South Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
5th percentile in IL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Location

414 Indiana Ave, South Roxana, IL 62087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lewis-Clark Elem School (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wood River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkside Primary School (rated 6.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Bethalto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Intermediate School (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Roxana), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Roxana, see our South Roxana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Roxana Junior High School Roxana 1.9 mi 6.3
Roxana Sr High School Roxana 1.9 mi 6.1
Central Intermediate School Roxana 2.1 mi 5.4
Hartford Elem School Hartford 2.1 mi 4.8
Lewis-Clark Elem School Wood River 2.9 mi 6.0
Lewis-Clark Jr High School Wood River 2.9 mi 4.2
WILLIAM M BEDELL AREA RESOURCE CENTER Wood River 3.1 mi 7.6
East Alton-Wood River High Sch Wood River 3.7 mi 6.4
Eastwood Elem School East Alton 4.0 mi 4.3
East Alton Middle School East Alton 4.1 mi 4.4
Washington Elem School East Alton 4.3 mi 4.9
Mitchell Elementary School Granite City 4.9 mi 4.2
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bethalto 5.2 mi 5.2
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School Bethalto 5.6 mi 5.6
Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto 5.6 mi 4.4
Civic Memorial High School Bethalto 5.6 mi 6.3
N O Nelson Elem School Edwardsville 4.6 mi 4.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Bethalto 5.9 mi 5.4
Parkside Primary School Bethalto 6.0 mi 6.0
Meadowbrook Intermediate Sch Moro 5.9 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,364

Median Home Value

$87,200

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

2,180

College Educated

5.6%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago, IL 3.7
Cather Elem School Chicago, IL 3.7
Central Park Elem School Midlothian, IL 3.7
Cortland Elementary School Cortland, IL 3.7
Dunbar Elem School East Saint Louis, IL 3.7
Gavin Central Elementary School Ingleside, IL 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Primary School

What grades does South Primary School serve?

South Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend South Primary School?

South Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Primary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Primary School rank in IL?

South Primary School ranks #3,619 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is South Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 South Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Primary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

Is South Primary School a charter school?

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

Is South Primary School a Title I school?

No, South Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Primary School?

64.8% of students at South Primary 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Roxana CUSD 1
District Enrollment
1,655
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,531
District Rank
#4 of 4

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