Taft School serves 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Attendance Zone: Taft School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Harvey, IL, encompassing approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taft School's student population of 308 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taft School is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Taft School often compared to?
Taft Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Taft School?
308 students attend Taft School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Taft School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft School?
Taft School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Taft School offer ?
Taft School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Taft School part of?
Taft School is part of South Holland SD 151 School District.
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