Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack H Obama Learning Academy's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barack H Obama Learning Academy is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
85%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack H Obama Learning Academy's ranking?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy is ranked #237 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barack H Obama Learning Academy often compared to?
Barack H Obama Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jesse C White Learning Academy, Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
459 students attend Barack H Obama Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Barack H Obama Learning Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barack H Obama Learning Academy offer ?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Barack H Obama Learning Academy part of?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy is part of Hazel Crest SD 152-5 School District.
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