Betsy Ross Elementary School serves 138 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Attendance Zone: Betsy Ross Elementary School serves a central area in Forest Park, IL, encompassing approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betsy Ross Elementary School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Betsy Ross Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)26.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. 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
How many students attend Betsy Ross Elementary School?
138 students attend Betsy Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Betsy Ross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betsy Ross Elementary School?
Betsy Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Betsy Ross Elementary School offer ?
Betsy Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Betsy Ross Elementary School part of?
Betsy Ross Elementary School is part of Forest Park SD 91 School District.
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