Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowdale Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadowdale Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowdale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowdale Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3216 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowdale Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowdale Elementary School is ranked #3216 out of 3,663 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadowdale Elementary School?
452 students attend Meadowdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Meadowdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowdale Elementary School?
Meadowdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowdale Elementary School offer ?
Meadowdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowdale Elementary School part of?
Meadowdale Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No student attendance)
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
Last day of school, if NO Emergency Days have been used
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Memorial Day - Offices/Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth - Offices/Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
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