Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christa Mcauliffe School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School 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
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#489 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
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 Christa Mcauliffe School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School is ranked #489 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School?
546 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Christa Mcauliffe School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe School?
Christa Mcauliffe School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for All Students (EC-8)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
Middle School Open House at Grissom and Prairie View
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of First Quarter
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Fall Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Fall Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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