Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W Lieb Elementary School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
George W Lieb Elementary School's student population of 399 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
'Challenge + Care = Success'
School Rankings
George W Lieb 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 George W Lieb Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1513 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W Lieb Elementary School's ranking?
George W Lieb Elementary School is ranked #1513 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are George W Lieb Elementary School often compared to?
George W Lieb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend George W Lieb Elementary School?
399 students attend George W Lieb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of George W Lieb Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W Lieb Elementary School?
George W Lieb Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does George W Lieb Elementary School offer ?
George W Lieb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George W Lieb Elementary School part of?
George W Lieb Elementary School is part of Ridgeland SD 122 School District.
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