Serving 591 students in grades 3-5, Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#737 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 is Anna Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Anna Mcdonald Elementary School?
591 students attend Anna Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anna Mcdonald Elementary School?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anna Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Anna Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Anna Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Manhattan SD 114 School District.
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