Serving 227 students in grades 1-5, Eisenhower Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eisenhower Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eisenhower Academy's student population of 227 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eisenhower Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eisenhower Academy is 0.66, 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
#232 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
49%
28%
Black
23%
16%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
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 Eisenhower Academy's ranking?
Eisenhower Academy is ranked #232 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eisenhower Academy often compared to?
Eisenhower Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Individual Educational School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Academy?
227 students attend Eisenhower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Eisenhower Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eisenhower Academy?
Eisenhower Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Academy offer ?
Eisenhower Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Eisenhower Academy part of?
Eisenhower Academy is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
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