Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ashburn Community 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashburn Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ashburn Community Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashburn Community Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashburn Community Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#2703 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
78%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashburn Community Elementary School's ranking?
Ashburn Community Elementary School is ranked #2703 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ashburn Community Elementary School often compared to?
Ashburn Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Elementary School, Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ashburn Community Elementary School?
327 students attend Ashburn Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ashburn Community Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashburn Community Elementary School?
Ashburn Community Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashburn Community Elementary School offer ?
Ashburn Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ashburn Community Elementary School part of?
Ashburn Community Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashburn Community Elementary School located?
Ashburn Community Elementary School is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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