Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Kellar 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kellar School's student population of 408 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Tomorrow's Leaders... Today!'
School Rankings
Kellar School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kellar School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2407 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
28%
Black
35%
17%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kellar School's ranking?
Kellar School is ranked #2407 out of 3,542 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kellar School?
408 students attend Kellar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kellar School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kellar School?
Kellar School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kellar School offer ?
Kellar School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kellar School part of?
Kellar School is part of Posen-Robbins Education Service District 143-5.
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Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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