Serving 243 students in grades 8, S T E M 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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: 8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: S T E M Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Calumet City, IL, encompassing approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families are within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
S T E M Academy's student population of 243 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
S T E M 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 S T E M Academy is 0.13, 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S T E M Academy's ranking?
S T E M Academy is ranked #2720 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend S T E M Academy?
243 students attend S T E M Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of S T E M Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S T E M Academy?
S T E M Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does S T E M Academy offer ?
S T E M Academy offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is S T E M Academy part of?
S T E M Academy is part of Dolton SD 149 School District.
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