Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School serves the southern part of Elk Grove Village, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School 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 Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School's ranking?
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School often compared to?
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Family Center For Learning, Salt Creek Elementary School, Adolph Link Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School?
301 students attend Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School?
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School offer ?
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School part of?
Adm Richard E Byrd Elementary School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
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