What grades does L E Starke Elem School serve?

L E Starke Elem School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Pekin area.

Where is L E Starke Elem School located?

L E Starke Elem School is a urban school in Pekin, IL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L E Starke Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at L E Starke Elem School is 9.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Pekin, IL?

Schools in Pekin include L E Starke Elem School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Pekin area.

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L E Starke Elem School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Pekin, Illinois|Pekin PSD 108

Pekin, IL 61554

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Sep

Fri

School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFECStaff Day

Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am

Sep

Mon

NO SCHOOL - Labor DayHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Fri

School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal DIP - No AM PFECStaff Day

Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am

Oct

Fri

School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFECStaff Day

Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am

Oct

Mon

NO SCHOOL - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples DayEvent

Oct

Thu

No Student Attendance due to Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff Day

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School Profile

Grades

K–3

Enrollment

126

Student:Teacher

9.7:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Pekin PSD 108

Phone

(309)477-4714

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

11-19%

Math Proficiency

30-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

17.3%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

159

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,904

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,311

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,914

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 42%Local 45%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$163,955

+8.6% 1yr+40.8% 5yr

Peoria, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.0%

Below 150% poverty line

4.0%

Unemployment rate

4.9%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

762

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

675

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

185 (27%)

Other Health Impairment

126 (19%)

Specific Learning Disability

121 (18%)

Autism

97 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

21 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

16 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

139

Current enrollment

Declining(-32% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC

Staff Day

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

NO SCHOOL - Labor Day

Holiday

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal DIP - No AM PFEC

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Labor Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal DIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	No Student Attendance due to Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	No Student Attendance due to Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Early Dismissal: K-3rd 1:50 pm \| 4th-6th 1:15 pm \| 7th-8th 1:00 pm No PM PFEC	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	HOLIDAY BREAK	Break	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	STUDENTS RETURN / CLASSES RESUME	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Holiday	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 29, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	NO SCHOOL - President's Day	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Early Dismissal for Parent Teacher Conferences - No PM PFEC	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	No Student Attendance due to District Improvement Planning	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	SPRING BREAK - No Student or Staff Attendance	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Student and Staff Return	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal DIP - No PM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	School Improvement Planning, K-8 Early Dismissal SIP - No AM PFEC Early Dismissal Times on School Improvement DaysGrades K-3 = 11:50 amGrades 4-6 = 11:15 amGrades 7-8 = 11:00 am	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	PFEC AM and PM Final Day (if no emergency days used)	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Final Day Grades K-8/Early Dismissal/Improvement Planning (if no emergency days)	Staff Day	—