Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Melzer 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melzer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Melzer School's student population of 397 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melzer 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 Melzer School is 0.71, which is more 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
#883 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melzer School's ranking?
Melzer School is ranked #883 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Melzer School often compared to?
Melzer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golf Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Melzer School?
397 students attend Melzer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Melzer School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melzer School?
Melzer School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melzer School offer ?
Melzer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Melzer School part of?
Melzer School is part of East Maine SD 63 School District.
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