Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A F Ames Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A F Ames Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
A F Ames Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
A F Ames Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A F Ames Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A F Ames Elementary School's ranking?
A F Ames Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are A F Ames Elementary School often compared to?
A F Ames Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythe Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend A F Ames Elementary School?
471 students attend A F Ames Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of A F Ames Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A F Ames Elementary School?
A F Ames Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does A F Ames Elementary School offer ?
A F Ames Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is A F Ames Elementary School part of?
A F Ames Elementary School is part of Riverside SD 96 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Classes for Students
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School (Grades K to 5)
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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