Serving 56 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Steward Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50% in IL)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Steward Elementary School's student population of 56 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Steward Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Steward Elementary School?
56 students attend Steward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Steward Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steward Elementary School?
Steward Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steward Elementary School offer ?
Steward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Steward Elementary School part of?
Steward Elementary School is part of Steward ESD 220 School District.
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