At a glance
Reported students
556
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
36.8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–04
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois elementary enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 2,323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
397
Du Quoin Elementary School: 556 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
15.1:1 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
- 468
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.7:1
What the reported data says about Du Quoin Elementary School
Du Quoin Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–04 in Du Quoin. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Du Quoin CUSD 300. NCES reports 556 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 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, above 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 White (84.5%) and multiracial (8.8%). Students served under IDEA represent 11.8%. 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 Du Quoin Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 36.8 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
- Students with disabilities
- 11.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 58.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 3
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White84.5%
- Hispanic2.5%
- Black3.4%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.8%
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 Du Quoin CUSD 300
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Du Quoin High School
High · Grades 09–12
397 reported students
Du Quoin Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08
376 reported students
Public schools near Du Quoin Elementary School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elverado Primary School Elementary · Elverado CUSD 196 | PK–02 | 102 | 6.3 mi |
| Community Cons School Elementary · CCSD 204 | PK–08 | 210 | 7.6 mi |
| Elverado Intermediate School Elementary · Elverado CUSD 196 | 03–05 | 75 | 9.3 mi |
| Franklin-Jefferson SPED Social Emotional Success (SES) Elementary · Franklin-Jefferson Co Sp Ed Dist | KG–04 | 0 | 9.3 mi |
| Christopher Elem School Elementary · Christopher USD 99 | PK–08 | 510 | 9.3 mi |
| Tamaroa Elem School Elementary · Tamaroa School Dist 5 | PK–08 | 100 | 9.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Du Quoin Elementary School
What grades does Du Quoin Elementary School serve?
Du Quoin Elementary School reports grades KG–04 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Du Quoin CUSD 300.
How many students attend Du Quoin Elementary School?
Du Quoin Elementary School reported 556 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 2,323 Illinois elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 468 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Du Quoin Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 556 students and 36.8 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 Du Quoin Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Du Quoin Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Du Quoin CUSD 300 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Du Quoin Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
58.6% 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 Du Quoin Elementary School in?
Du Quoin Elementary School is part of Du Quoin CUSD 300, based in Du Quoin, IL, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Du Quoin Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Elverado Primary School (6.3 mi), Community Cons School (7.6 mi), Elverado Intermediate School (9.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.