P R I D E 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)35%
26%
Black
(19-20)17%
17%
White
(19-20)44%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)3%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
27%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are P R I D E School often compared to?
P R I D E Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Project Challenge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend P R I D E School?
91 students attend P R I D E School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of P R I D E School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What school district is P R I D E School part of?
P R I D E School is part of A E R O Special Educ Coop School District.
School Reviews
5 6/13/2022
My son loves going to this school. After having trouble at his kindergarten because of his attention and behavioral needs we were so happy that there was an option to go here. The student-to-teacher ratio is higher so they really get to know your child and work on any issues that they have.
1 3/24/2021
The worst workplace ever. I strongly dislike these adolescents. Especially the African American Students.
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