Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Alan B Shepard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alan B Shepard Elementary School serves the west part of Bourbonnais, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alan B Shepard Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alan B Shepard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alan B Shepard Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alan B Shepard Elementary School's ranking?
Alan B Shepard Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alan B Shepard Elementary School often compared to?
Alan B Shepard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noel Levasseur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alan B Shepard Elementary School?
483 students attend Alan B Shepard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alan B Shepard Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alan B Shepard Elementary School?
Alan B Shepard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alan B Shepard Elementary School offer ?
Alan B Shepard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Alan B Shepard Elementary School part of?
Alan B Shepard Elementary School is part of Bourbonnais SD 53 School District.
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