Pershing Elementary School

Pershing Elementary School challenges and encourages children to learn.

Your kids will never want to leave the playground at Pershing Elementary School.

Pershing Elementary School has great academic and athletic opportunities for students.

Pershing Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

251 N Midland Ave, Joliet, IL

Cathedral Area Neighborhood

Joliet Public School District No. 86

559 Students

C-

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School Details

Head of School
Brenda Reiter

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
5%

Reading Proficiency
9%

C-

Academics

C-

Teachers

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

Math Proficiency

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

18:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

35.5%

Test Scores

Equity

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

586:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.4%

Female

49.6%

Hispanic

65.7%

Black

18.1%

White

11.1%

Two or more races

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

4/1/2025

My son is now in the second grade going into the third grade this August. He has been here since kindergarten every teacher he has been with are super awesome and the principal, Miss Bussie have been extremely exceptional. They are hands on with their students and genuinely care for their well being...

5.0 parent

7/3/2015

The school, teacher and principle all work great together to give your child the best education. Very nice school.

5.0 teacher

3/30/2010

Students at Pershing rise to high expectations set by teachers and staff working here. It is evident that there is a mutual respect among students and teachers and a welcoming atmosphere.

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List Price Range

$189K - $2.6M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$276,283

Median Lot Size

12,196 Sq Ft

% Renters

34%

Household Income

$83,992

% of College Grads

27.8%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,389 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

24.7%

Homes for Sale

$368,500
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,992 Sq Ft
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New 3 days ago
Nestled in a well-established Joliet neighborhood, this charming brick and stone ranch offers maintenance-free living with timeless appeal. The home features 3 spacious bedrooms plus an office/den with built-in shelving, which can easily serve as a 4th bedroom. Hardwood floors run throughout, adding...

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$295,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,530 Sq Ft
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New 9 days ago
There's more than meets the eye at this Cathedral area cape cod charmer that's been lovingly maintained for over 50 years by its current owners. A covered entryway welcomes your guests into the spacious living and dining rooms. There's hardwood under the currently carpeted floors. A full bath ser...

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$325,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,520 Sq Ft
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Joliet West High School

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B-

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