Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neil Armstrong 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 25-29% (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 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neil Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong 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 Neil Armstrong Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
86%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #2105 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Neil Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Neil Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sauk 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
266 students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Neil Armstrong Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Neil Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is part of ESD 159 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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