Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Matteson 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 15-19% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Matteson Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Matteson, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matteson Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Matteson 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 Matteson Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
88%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matteson Elementary School's ranking?
Matteson Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Matteson Elementary School often compared to?
Matteson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richton Square School, Arcadia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Matteson Elementary School?
420 students attend Matteson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Matteson Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matteson Elementary School?
Matteson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matteson Elementary School offer ?
Matteson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Matteson Elementary School part of?
Matteson Elementary School is part of Matteson ESD 162 School District.
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