Serving 197 students in grades 3-5, Meadow Lane 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Lane School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Alsip, IL, encompassing approximately 1.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the nearest edge about 1 mile away and the furthest edge extending up to 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow Lane School's student population of 197 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow Lane 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 Meadow Lane 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lane School's ranking?
Meadow Lane School is ranked #2478 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?
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 Meadow Lane School?
197 students attend Meadow Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Meadow Lane School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Lane School?
Meadow Lane School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadow Lane School offer ?
Meadow Lane School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Meadow Lane School part of?
Meadow Lane School is part of Atwood Heights SD 125 School District.
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