Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John Muir Literacy Academy 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Muir Literacy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
John Muir Literacy Academy's student population of 453 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe
School Rankings
John Muir Literacy Academy 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 John Muir Literacy Academy is 0.76, 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
#1090 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
18%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
27%
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 John Muir Literacy Academy's ranking?
John Muir Literacy Academy is ranked #1090 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are John Muir Literacy Academy often compared to?
John Muir Literacy Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Prairie School, Mosaic School Of Fine Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John Muir Literacy Academy?
453 students attend John Muir Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of John Muir Literacy Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Muir Literacy Academy?
John Muir Literacy Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Muir Literacy Academy offer ?
John Muir Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is John Muir Literacy Academy part of?
John Muir Literacy Academy is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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