C
Below Average
54/100

Mercer County ELC

📚 Grade PK 🏫 Elementary
Not rated on results. This school did not report state test or graduation results, so this is a small rating based only on class size, funding and school type. It is not a good comparison with schools rated on student results.
📍 203 N Washington St, Joy, IL 61260
Mercer County ELC, Joy, IL — Repit school rating C (54/100)
Mercer County ELC, Joy, IL — Repit school rating C (54/100)
54
Repit Score
out of 100
83
Students
enrolled
27.7:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$16K
Per Student
spending

What Goes Into This Rating

FactorWeightScoreBasis
🏫 Resources only—55/100No test or graduation results were reported. The rating is limited and capped, and is not a fair comparison with schools rated on results.

The overall Repit Score ranks this blend against every rated school in Illinois. Schools are compared within their state because each state sets its own tests and proficiency bar. How we rate schools

School Information

Address 203 N Washington St
City Joy
ZIP Code 61260
District 1701395
NCES School ID 170139506874
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 61260

Understanding the community around Mercer County ELC helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $45,556
Per Capita Income $32,721
Poverty Rate 11.5%
Households Earning $100K+ 18.4%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.2%
High School or Higher 83.8%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $99,200
Median Rent $589
Owner-Occupied 73.7%
Renter-Occupied 26.3%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Mercer County ELC.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 53.0%
Female 47.0%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 92.8%
Black 2.4%
Asian 2.4%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
Two or More Races 1.2%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 83
Teachers (FTE) 3.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 27.7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Mercer County ELC?
Mercer County ELC has a Repit School Score of 54 out of 100, earning a grade of C. No test results were reported for this school, so the score reflects class size, funding and resources only.
How many students attend Mercer County ELC?
Mercer County ELC has 83 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 27.7:1.
What grades does Mercer County ELC serve?
Mercer County ELC serves grades Grade PK and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Mercer County ELC receive per student?
Mercer County ELC receives $15,970 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Mercer County ELC in 61260 ▼
Avg Home Value
$171,029
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1-Year Change
+20.3%
% Renters
26.3%

About Repit School Scores

Parents choosing a school deserve to see what it actually delivers. Since October 2026 the Repit School Score is built mainly on results:

  • Academics (largest share) — the share of students scoring proficient in reading and math on the state test, ranked against schools of the same level in the same state.
  • Graduation (high schools) — the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate. Only regular diplomas count; GEDs and certificates of attendance do not.
  • Resources (smaller share) — class size, per-pupil funding, school size and type.

Scores compare schools within their own state, because every state writes its own tests and sets its own proficiency bar. Full methodology

Data sources: NCES CCD 2024-25, U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts (test results & graduation) | Last updated: October 2026