Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tyler Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tyler Elementary School serves the eastern part of Dekalb, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tyler Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tyler Elementary 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 Tyler Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
56%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyler Elementary School's ranking?
Tyler Elementary School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tyler Elementary School often compared to?
Tyler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tyler Elementary School?
265 students attend Tyler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Tyler Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyler Elementary School?
Tyler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tyler Elementary School offer ?
Tyler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tyler Elementary School part of?
Tyler Elementary School is part of Dekalb CUSD 428 School District.
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