Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mabel O Donnell 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Mascot
Tomcat
School Rankings
Mabel O Donnell 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 Mabel O Donnell Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
28%
Black
14%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tomcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mabel O Donnell Elementary School's ranking?
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School is ranked #3087 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mabel O Donnell Elementary School?
368 students attend Mabel O Donnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mabel O Donnell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabel O Donnell Elementary School?
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mabel O Donnell Elementary School offer ?
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mabel O Donnell Elementary School part of?
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School is part of Aurora East Unified School District 131.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Preschool
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School - Half Day for Students
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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