Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jane Addams 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jane Addams Elementary School serves the northern part of Melrose Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically taking around 5-10 minutes to reach it, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jane Addams Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empowering Students, Inspiring Excellence'
School Rankings
Jane Addams 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 Jane Addams Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
6%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jane Addams Elementary School's ranking?
Jane Addams Elementary School is ranked #2105 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jane Addams Elementary School?
385 students attend Jane Addams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jane Addams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jane Addams Elementary School?
Jane Addams Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jane Addams Elementary School offer ?
Jane Addams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jane Addams Elementary School part of?
Jane Addams Elementary School is part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 School District.
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