Benavides Steam Academy serves 326 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Anne G Benavides Kindergarten Center covers the entire school district in Aurora, IL, encompassing approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benavides Steam Academy's student population of 326 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benavides Steam Academy is 0.26, 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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Benavides Steam Academy?
326 students attend Benavides Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Benavides Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benavides Steam Academy?
Benavides Steam Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benavides Steam Academy offer ?
Benavides Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Benavides Steam Academy part of?
Benavides Steam Academy is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
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