Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ray 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 596 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 88%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in IL
Math Proficiency
: 15% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 17% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Ray Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ray Elementary School?
596 students attend Ray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ray Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ray Elementary School?
Ray Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ray Elementary School offer ?
Ray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ray Elementary School part of?
I transferred my child from this school. The classes size was an average 34 students. My Childs teacher was overwhelmed and was not an effective teacher. Grading was inaccurate, errors made, and the academic programs were mediocre at best. The schools ISAT testing reflects there lack of success. The extracurricular activities are run by anyone who volunteer, whether or not the person is experienced or knowledgeable. Extremely dissapointed with the teaching staff and there lack of encouragement toward the students. Not a good environment for my child. Please interview your Childs teacher, learn about the class size and be very visible at the school.
- Posted by Parent - Rkent
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 596 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 88%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 15% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 17% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
