Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marya Yates 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 11-19% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marya Yates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marya Yates Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marya Yates 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 Marya Yates Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2078 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
89%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marya Yates Elementary School's ranking?
Marya Yates Elementary School is ranked #2078 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?
11-19% 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 Marya Yates Elementary School?
295 students attend Marya Yates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Marya Yates Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marya Yates Elementary School?
Marya Yates Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marya Yates Elementary School offer ?
Marya Yates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marya Yates Elementary School part of?
Marya Yates Elementary School is part of ESD 159 School District.
School Calendar
View the Marya Yates Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
1 10/15/2020
Rude disrespectful teachers. Very mean to students. If your child goes here, question them daily on how the teachers talk or treat them.
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