Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buzz Aldrin Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#653 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
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 Buzz Aldrin Elementary School's ranking?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School is ranked #653 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Buzz Aldrin Elementary School often compared to?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campanelli Elementary School, Thomas Dooley Elementary School, Nathan Hale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Buzz Aldrin Elementary School?
525 students attend Buzz Aldrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Buzz Aldrin Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buzz Aldrin Elementary School?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buzz Aldrin Elementary School offer ?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Buzz Aldrin Elementary School part of?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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