Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Alhambra Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alhambra Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Alhambra Primary School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alhambra Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alhambra Primary School is 0.00, 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
#114 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
100%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Alhambra Primary School's ranking?
Alhambra Primary School is ranked #114 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Alhambra Primary School?
168 students attend Alhambra Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alhambra Primary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alhambra Primary School?
Alhambra Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alhambra Primary School offer ?
Alhambra Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Alhambra Primary School part of?
Alhambra Primary School is part of Highland CUSD 5 School District.
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