Serving 320 students in grades 4-5, A J Katzenmaier Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A J Katzenmaier Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
A J Katzenmaier Academy's student population of 320 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
On the move...together.
School Rankings
A J Katzenmaier Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A J Katzenmaier Academy is 0.56, 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
#3509 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
58%
28%
Black
32%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 J Katzenmaier Academy's ranking?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is ranked #3509 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend A J Katzenmaier Academy?
320 students attend A J Katzenmaier Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of A J Katzenmaier Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A J Katzenmaier Academy?
A J Katzenmaier Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does A J Katzenmaier Academy offer ?
A J Katzenmaier Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is A J Katzenmaier Academy part of?
A J Katzenmaier Academy is part of North Chicago SD 187 School District.
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