Serving 461 students in grades 3-5, Maercker Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maercker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maercker Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maercker Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maercker Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#436 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Maercker Elementary School's ranking?
Maercker Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maercker Elementary School often compared to?
Maercker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmount Elementary School, Gower West Elementary School, Elm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maercker Elementary School?
461 students attend Maercker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Maercker Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maercker Elementary School?
Maercker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maercker Elementary School offer ?
Maercker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Maercker Elementary School part of?
Maercker Elementary School is part of Maercker SD 60 School District.
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