Stars Autism Program ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
54 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)11%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)24%
26%
Black
(19-20)11%
17%
White
(19-20)50%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Stars Autism Program?
54 students attend Stars Autism Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Stars Autism Program students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Stars Autism Program part of?
Stars Autism Program is part of School Assn For Special Educ School District.
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