Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maya Angelou 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 ≤5% (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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maya Angelou Elementary School serves the southwest part of Harvey, IL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maya Angelou Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Maya Angelou 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 Maya Angelou Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
83%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maya Angelou Elementary School's ranking?
Maya Angelou Elementary School is ranked #3239 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?
≤5% 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 Maya Angelou Elementary School?
271 students attend Maya Angelou Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Maya Angelou Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maya Angelou Elementary School?
Maya Angelou Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maya Angelou Elementary School offer ?
Maya Angelou Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maya Angelou Elementary School part of?
Maya Angelou Elementary School is part of Harvey SD 152 School District.
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