Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Michael E Baum 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael E Baum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Michael E Baum Elementary School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Mascot
Baum Bears
School Rankings
Michael E Baum 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 Michael E Baum Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
39%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baum Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael E Baum Elementary School's ranking?
Michael E Baum Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Michael E Baum Elementary School often compared to?
Michael E Baum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Academy, Pasadena Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Michael E Baum Elementary School?
311 students attend Michael E Baum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Michael E Baum Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael E Baum Elementary School?
Michael E Baum Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Michael E Baum Elementary School offer ?
Michael E Baum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michael E Baum Elementary School part of?
Michael E Baum Elementary School is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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