Serving 443 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
A F Ames Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A F Ames Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A F Ames Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#162 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
37%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
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 A F Ames Elementary School's ranking?
A F Ames Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 3,663 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend A F Ames Elementary School?
443 students attend A F Ames Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of A F Ames Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 14:1.
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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Date
Spring Break (Events)
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 29, 2024 (Friday)
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