Christa Mcauliffe School

8944 174th St
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 530 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Christa McAuliffe School serves the southwest part of Tinley Park, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
  • 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Christa Mcauliffe School's student population of 530 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
530 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1987
School Motto
Every Child. Every Day.

School Rankings

Christa Mcauliffe School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#581 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

41%
27%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

49%
30%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
4%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
11%
29%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

White
78%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
22%
0.38

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
12.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Blue, White, and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Christa Mcauliffe School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School is ranked #581 out of 3,542 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
530 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Christa Mcauliffe School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 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 14:1, 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

View the Christa Mcauliffe School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Last Day of First Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of First Trimester
November 13, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of Second Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
January 15, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of Second Trimester
March 05, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of Third Quarter - Middle School Enrichment
March 19, 2027 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : Christa McAuliffe School serves the southwest part of Tinley Park, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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