Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Schrum Memorial 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Schrum Memorial School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Calumet City, IL, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching 2.2 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schrum Memorial School's student population of 274 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
274 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Schrum Memorial 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 Schrum Memorial School is 0.33, 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
#3296 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
80%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schrum Memorial School's ranking?
Schrum Memorial School is ranked #3296 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Schrum Memorial School?
274 students attend Schrum Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Schrum Memorial School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schrum Memorial School?
Schrum Memorial School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schrum Memorial School offer ?
Schrum Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Schrum Memorial School part of?
Schrum Memorial School is part of Hoover-Schrum Memorial SD 157 School District.
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