Algonquin Primary Center serves 127 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algonquin Primary Center's student population of 127 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Algonquin Primary Center is 0.40, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Algonquin Primary Center?
127 students attend Algonquin Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Algonquin Primary Center students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Algonquin Primary Center?
Algonquin Primary Center has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Algonquin Primary Center offer ?
Algonquin Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Algonquin Primary Center part of?
Algonquin Primary Center is part of Park Forest SD 163 School District.
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