Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kolmar 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kolmar Elementary School serves a central area in Midlothian, IL, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kolmar Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Kolmar 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 Kolmar 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
#3022 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kolmar Elementary School's ranking?
Kolmar Elementary School is ranked #3022 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kolmar Elementary School?
535 students attend Kolmar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kolmar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kolmar Elementary School?
Kolmar Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kolmar Elementary School offer ?
Kolmar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kolmar Elementary School part of?
Kolmar Elementary School is part of Midlothian SD 143 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
No School - Spring Break
April 02, 2027 (Friday)
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