Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buzz Aldrin 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#931 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
26%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buzz Aldrin Elementary School's ranking?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School is ranked #931 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Buzz Aldrin Elementary School often compared to?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campanelli Elementary School, Nathan Hale Elementary School, Thomas Dooley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Buzz Aldrin Elementary School?
538 students attend Buzz Aldrin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Buzz Aldrin Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buzz Aldrin Elementary School?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buzz Aldrin Elementary School offer ?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Buzz Aldrin Elementary School part of?
Buzz Aldrin Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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