Benavides Steam Academy serves 316 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benavides Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benavides Steam Academy's student population of 316 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benavides Steam Academy is 0.26, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
28%
Black
7%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Benavides Steam Academy?
316 students attend Benavides Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Benavides Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benavides Steam Academy?
Benavides Steam Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benavides Steam Academy offer ?
Benavides Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Benavides Steam Academy part of?
Benavides Steam Academy is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day for Students K-12
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of Preschool
August 22, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Preschool
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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