Mark Delay School serves 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Delay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mark Delay School's student population of 457 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Motto
Inspire and empower each child to realize their full potential
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mark Delay School is 0.61, 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
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
11%
16%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 schools are Mark Delay School often compared to?
Mark Delay Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mark Delay School?
457 students attend Mark Delay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mark Delay School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Delay School?
Mark Delay School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mark Delay School offer ?
Mark Delay School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Mark Delay School part of?
Mark Delay School is part of Darien SD 61 School District.
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