Serving 57 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Steward Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steward Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 50 square miles in Steward, IL. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steward Elementary School's student population of 57 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Steward Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steward Elementary 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
#1042 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steward Elementary School's ranking?
Steward Elementary School is ranked #1042 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Steward Elementary School?
57 students attend Steward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Steward Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steward Elementary School?
Steward Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steward Elementary School offer ?
Steward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Steward Elementary School part of?
Steward Elementary School is part of Steward ESD 220 School District.
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