Arbor Elementary School serves 207 students in grades 1-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Arbor Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arbor Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Arbor Elementary School?
207 students attend Arbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arbor Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arbor Elementary School?
Arbor Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arbor Elementary School offer ?
Arbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Arbor Elementary School part of?
Arbor Elementary School is part of Arbor Park SD 145 School District.
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