Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edward J Tobin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
Edward J Tobin Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward J Tobin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward J Tobin Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2160 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
61%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
31%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J Tobin Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School is ranked #2160 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edward J Tobin Elementary School?
279 students attend Edward J Tobin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Edward J Tobin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward J Tobin Elementary School?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward J Tobin Elementary School offer ?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edward J Tobin Elementary School part of?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School is part of Burbank SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (What's Happening At Tobin School)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (What's Happening At Tobin School)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (What's Happening At Tobin School)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (What's Happening At Tobin School)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (What's Happening At Tobin School)
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
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