Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-8, American Dreamer Stem Academy 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Dreamer Stem Academy's student population of 401 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Dreamer Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Dreamer Stem Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3650 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
75%
17%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Dreamer Stem Academy's ranking?
American Dreamer Stem Academy is ranked #3650 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are American Dreamer Stem Academy often compared to?
American Dreamer Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Michael E Baum Elementary School, Johns Hill Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend American Dreamer Stem Academy?
401 students attend American Dreamer Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of American Dreamer Stem Academy students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Dreamer Stem Academy?
American Dreamer Stem Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does American Dreamer Stem Academy offer ?
American Dreamer Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is American Dreamer Stem Academy part of?
American Dreamer Stem Academy is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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