Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Eagle Ridge School ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eagle Ridge School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Ridge School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle Ridge School is 0.60, 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
#1650 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
35%
17%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Ridge School's ranking?
Eagle Ridge School is ranked #1650 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eagle Ridge School often compared to?
Eagle Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenview Middle School, Washington Jr High School, George O Barr School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eagle Ridge School?
278 students attend Eagle Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Eagle Ridge School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Ridge School?
Eagle Ridge School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Ridge School offer ?
Eagle Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Eagle Ridge School part of?
Eagle Ridge School is part of Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36 School District.
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