Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Seventh Ave Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seventh Ave Elementary School serves the northern part of La Grange, IL, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seventh Ave Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seventh Ave Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Seventh Ave Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seventh Ave Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#214 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
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 Seventh Ave Elementary School's ranking?
Seventh Ave Elementary School is ranked #214 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Seventh Ave Elementary School often compared to?
Seventh Ave Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Ave Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Seventh Ave Elementary School?
194 students attend Seventh Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Seventh Ave Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seventh Ave Elementary School?
Seventh Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seventh Ave Elementary School offer ?
Seventh Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Seventh Ave Elementary School part of?
Seventh Ave Elementary School is part of La Grange SD 105 South School District.
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