Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marissa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marissa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marissa Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Marissa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marissa Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2353 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marissa Elementary School's ranking?
Marissa Elementary School is ranked #2353 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marissa Elementary School?
253 students attend Marissa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marissa Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marissa Elementary School?
Marissa Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marissa Elementary School offer ?
Marissa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Marissa Elementary School part of?
Marissa Elementary School is part of Marissa CUSD 40 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day if No Emergency Days Used (School Calendar)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (School Calendar)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
2 2/28/2012
Everyone in the would this is a good school thanks to Mr.Cogdill I would like for all kids to know that this is the best you would wanna go to PS. Thanks Madi Behiter
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