Serving 482 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: A F Ames Elementary School serves a central area in Riverside, IL, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- 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 482 students has grown by 7% 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
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
A F Ames Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A F Ames Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#158 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
44%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #158 out of 3,542 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?
482 students attend A F Ames Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of A F Ames Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 16:1, 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
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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