Horace Mann School serves 197 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Horace Mann School's student population of 197 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Horace Mann School is 0.38, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
28%
Black
11%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
23%
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
How many students attend Horace Mann School?
197 students attend Horace Mann School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Horace Mann School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horace Mann School?
Horace Mann School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horace Mann School offer ?
Horace Mann School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Horace Mann School part of?
Horace Mann School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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