Serving 717 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Coolidge 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coolidge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Coolidge Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coolidge 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 Coolidge Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2520 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
47%
17%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
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 Coolidge Elementary School's ranking?
Coolidge Elementary School is ranked #2520 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Coolidge Elementary School often compared to?
Coolidge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Coolidge Elementary School?
717 students attend Coolidge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Coolidge Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coolidge Elementary School?
Coolidge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coolidge Elementary School offer ?
Coolidge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Coolidge Elementary School part of?
Coolidge Elementary School is part of Lansing SD 158 School District.
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