Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carol Moseley Braun 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carol Moseley Braun School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carol Moseley Braun School's student population of 287 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Carol Moseley Braun School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carol Moseley Braun School is 0.08, 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
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carol Moseley Braun School's ranking?
Carol Moseley Braun School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carol Moseley Braun School often compared to?
Carol Moseley Braun Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Sibley Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carol Moseley Braun School?
287 students attend Carol Moseley Braun School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carol Moseley Braun School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carol Moseley Braun School?
Carol Moseley Braun School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carol Moseley Braun School offer ?
Carol Moseley Braun School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carol Moseley Braun School part of?
Carol Moseley Braun School is part of Dolton SD 149 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
Excellent school. Excellent staff. Best elementary school in District 149.
5 1/17/2015
This is a great school
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