Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J M Hannum 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J M Hannum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
J M Hannum Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Preparing today’s learner for tomorrow’s world.
School Rankings
J M Hannum 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 J M Hannum Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
50%
28%
Black
12%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 J M Hannum Elementary School's ranking?
J M Hannum Elementary School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J M Hannum Elementary School often compared to?
J M Hannum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hometown Elementary School, Kolmar Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J M Hannum Elementary School?
423 students attend J M Hannum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of J M Hannum Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J M Hannum Elementary School?
J M Hannum Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J M Hannum Elementary School offer ?
J M Hannum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J M Hannum Elementary School part of?
J M Hannum Elementary School is part of Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance (EARLY DISMISSAL 11:30AM)
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Kindergartens First Day
August 22, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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