Serving 214 students in grades 3-5, Field Stevenson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Field Stevenson Elementary School serves a central area in Forest Park, IL, covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 0.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Field Stevenson Elementary School's student population of 214 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Field Stevenson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Field Stevenson Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Field Stevenson Elementary School's ranking?
Field Stevenson Elementary School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Field Stevenson Elementary School?
214 students attend Field Stevenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Field Stevenson Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Field Stevenson Elementary School?
Field Stevenson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Field Stevenson Elementary School offer ?
Field Stevenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Field Stevenson Elementary School part of?
Field Stevenson Elementary School is part of Forest Park SD 91 School District.
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