Elmer G Kich Elementary School serves 162 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
99%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elmer G Kich Elementary School?
162 students attend Elmer G Kich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elmer G Kich Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer G Kich Elementary School?
Elmer G Kich Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmer G Kich Elementary School offer ?
Elmer G Kich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmer G Kich Elementary School part of?
Elmer G Kich Elementary School is part of W Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District 147.
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