Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dubois Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dubois Elementary School serves the southern part of Riverdale, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dubois Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Dubois Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dubois Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
95%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Khaki
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dubois Elementary School's ranking?
Dubois Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dubois Elementary School?
201 students attend Dubois Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dubois Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dubois Elementary School?
Dubois Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dubois Elementary School offer ?
Dubois Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dubois Elementary School part of?
Dubois Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Dubois Elementary School located?
Dubois Elementary School is located in the Eden Green neighborhood of Riverdale, IL.
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