Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Charles Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Charles Reed Elementary School's student population of 622 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Charles Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Reed Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1520 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
28%
Black
18%
17%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Charles Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Reed Elementary School is ranked #1520 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Charles Reed Elementary School?
622 students attend Charles Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Charles Reed Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Reed Elementary School?
Charles Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles Reed Elementary School offer ?
Charles Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Charles Reed Elementary School part of?
Charles Reed Elementary School is part of Plainfield School District 202.
In what neighborhood is Charles Reed Elementary School located?
Charles Reed Elementary School is located in the Clublands neighborhood of Plainfield, IL.
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