Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Beginnings Learning Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Beginnings Learning Academy serves the southern part of South Holland, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Beginnings Learning Academy's student population of 288 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Beginnings Learning Academy 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 New Beginnings Learning Academy is 0.06, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
97%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Light Blue
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Beginnings Learning Academy's ranking?
New Beginnings Learning Academy is ranked #2897 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Beginnings Learning Academy?
288 students attend New Beginnings Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of New Beginnings Learning Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Beginnings Learning Academy?
New Beginnings Learning Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Beginnings Learning Academy offer ?
New Beginnings Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is New Beginnings Learning Academy part of?
New Beginnings Learning Academy is part of Dolton SD 149 School District.
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