Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Laraway 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laraway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Laraway School's student population of 470 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Laraway 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 Laraway School is 0.59, 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
#2226 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
45%
28%
Black
46%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 Laraway School's ranking?
Laraway School is ranked #2226 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Laraway School?
470 students attend Laraway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Laraway School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laraway School?
Laraway School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laraway School offer ?
Laraway School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Laraway School part of?
Laraway School is part of Laraway CCSD 70c School District.
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