Serving 410 students in grades 1-6, Maple 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maple Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Mission of the Harlem Consolidated School District is to help diverse learners realize their unlimited potential.
School Rankings
Maple 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 Maple Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
10%
17%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harlem Unit School District 122
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Elementary School's ranking?
Maple Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maple Elementary School?
410 students attend Maple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Maple Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Elementary School?
Maple Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple Elementary School offer ?
Maple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Maple Elementary School part of?
Maple Elementary School is part of Harlem Unit School District 122.
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