Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Erickson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erickson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Erickson Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Erickson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erickson Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#343 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
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
What is Erickson Elementary School's ranking?
Erickson Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Erickson Elementary School?
448 students attend Erickson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Erickson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erickson Elementary School?
Erickson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erickson Elementary School offer ?
Erickson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Erickson Elementary School part of?
Erickson Elementary School is part of Bloomingdale SD 13 School District.
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