Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ronald D O Neal 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Ronald D O Neal school serves the northwest part of Elgin, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ronald D O Neal's student population of 445 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Ronald D O Neal 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 Ronald D O Neal is 0.24, 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
#3141 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronald D O Neal's ranking?
Ronald D O Neal is ranked #3141 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ronald D O Neal?
445 students attend Ronald D O Neal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ronald D O Neal students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ronald D O Neal?
Ronald D O Neal has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ronald D O Neal offer ?
Ronald D O Neal offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ronald D O Neal part of?
Ronald D O Neal is part of School District U-46.
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