At a glance
Reported students
426
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
32.2
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois elementary enrollment
63rd percentile
Compared with 2,323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
436.5
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch: 426 reported students.
State peer staffing position
52nd percentile
13.2:1 reported; state peer median 13.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 413
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.8:1
What the reported data says about Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Champaign. It is one of 21 current school records connected to Champaign CUSD 4. NCES reports 426 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,323 elementary schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 365 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 63rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.2:1, close to the Illinois median of 13.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (35.9%) and White (27.5%). English learners represent 12.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch
- 1How do the reported 13.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 32.2 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 43.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White27.5%
- Hispanic9.4%
- Black35.9%
- Asian19.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Champaign CUSD 4
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dr Howard Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
426 reported students
Westview Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
434 reported students
Robeson Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
439 reported students
Garden Hills Elem Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
411 reported students
Carrie Busey Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
444 reported students
Kenwood Elem School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
402 reported students
Public schools near Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robeson Elem School Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–05 | 439 | 1.2 mi |
| International Prep Academy Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–08 | 681 | 1.8 mi |
| Bottenfield Elem School Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–05 | 456 | 1.9 mi |
| Kenwood Elem School Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–05 | 402 | 2.2 mi |
| Carrie Busey Elem School Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–05 | 444 | 2.4 mi |
| Westview Elem School Elementary · Champaign CUSD 4 | KG–05 | 434 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch
What grades does Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch serve?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Champaign CUSD 4.
How many students attend Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch reported 426 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 63rd percentile among 2,323 Illinois elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 413 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch?
The calculated ratio is 13.2:1, based on 426 students and 32.2 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 13.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch a public, charter, or magnet school?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Champaign CUSD 4 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
43.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch in?
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch is part of Champaign CUSD 4, based in Champaign, IL, which operates 21 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Robeson Elem School (1.2 mi), International Prep Academy (1.8 mi), Bottenfield Elem School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.