Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Melrose Park 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Melrose Park Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Melrose Park Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
70%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
50%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Melrose Park Elementary School?
622 students attend Melrose Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Melrose Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Park Elementary School?
Melrose Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melrose Park Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Park Elementary School part of?
Melrose Park Elementary School is part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 School District.
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