Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arlene Welch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlene Welch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arlene Welch Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlene Welch 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 Arlene Welch 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
#590 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
46%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlene Welch Elementary School's ranking?
Arlene Welch Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Arlene Welch Elementary School?
549 students attend Arlene Welch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Arlene Welch Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlene Welch Elementary School?
Arlene Welch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlene Welch Elementary School offer ?
Arlene Welch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arlene Welch Elementary School part of?
Arlene Welch Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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